cauliflower
What is another word for cauliflower? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A vegetable related to cabbage, grown for its dense white head of edible flower buds.
We haven't recorded synonyms for cauliflower yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use cauliflower
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
cauliflower ear
roasted cauliflower
cauliflower rice
Etymology
From an earlier form cole-florye — cole (from Latin caulis, "cabbage stalk") + flower — later respelled to look more Latin.
Full origin of cauliflower →Frequently asked questions
What does “cauliflower” mean?
The word “cauliflower” means a vegetable related to cabbage, grown for its dense white head of edible flower buds. In plain terms, a white-headed vegetable in the cabbage family, or the name for a wrestler's characteristic swollen ear.
How do you pronounce “cauliflower”?
“Cauliflower” is pronounced KOL-ee-flow-uh (/ˈkɔl.ɪˌflaʊ.ɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “cauliflower” in a sentence?
Here is “cauliflower” used in a sentence: “She roasted the cauliflower with olive oil and garlic.”
What part of speech is “cauliflower”?
“Cauliflower” is a noun.
Where does the word “cauliflower” come from?
The word “cauliflower” comes from Latin. From an earlier form cole-florye — cole (from Latin caulis, "cabbage stalk") + flower — later respelled to look more Latin.
How many meanings does “cauliflower” have?
“Cauliflower” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a vegetable related to cabbage, grown for its dense white head of edible flower buds.
