Definitions for cauliflower
ˈkɔ ləˌflaʊ ər, -li-, ˈkɒl ə-, ˈkɒl i-cau·li·flow·er

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. cauliflower, Brassica oleracea botrytisnoun

   a plant having a large edible head of crowded white flower buds

2. cauliflowernoun

   compact head of white undeveloped flowers

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. cauliflowernoun

   An annual variety of Brassica oleracea, or cabbage, of which the cluster of young flower stalks and buds is eaten as a vegetable.

2. cauliflowernoun

   The edible head or curd of a cauliflower plant.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Cauliflowernoun

   A species of cabbage; which see.

   Etymology: from caulis, Lat. the stalk of a plant.

   Towards the end of the month, earth up your winter plants and salad herbs; and plant forth your cauliflowers and cabbage, which were sown in August. John Evelyn, Kalendar.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Cauliflower

   Cauliflower is one of several vegetables in the species Brassica oleracea in the genus Brassica, which is in the Brassicaceae (or mustard) family. It is an annual plant that reproduces by seed. Typically, only the head is eaten – the edible white flesh is sometimes called "curd" (with a similar appearance to cheese curd). The cauliflower head is composed of a white inflorescence meristem. Cauliflower heads resemble those in broccoli, which differs in having flower buds as the edible portion. Brassica oleracea also includes broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, collard greens, and kale, collectively called "cole" crops, though they are of different cultivar groups.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Cauliflowernoun

   an annual variety of Brassica oleracea, or cabbage, of which the cluster of young flower stalks and buds is eaten as a vegetable

2. Cauliflowernoun

   the edible head or "curd" of a cauliflower plant

3. Etymology: [F. choufleur, modified by E. Cole. L. caulis, and by E. flower; F. chou cabbage is fr. L. caulis stalk, cabbage, and fleur flower is fr. L. flos flower. See Cole, and Flower.]

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1. Cauliflower

   Cauliflower is one of several vegetables in the species Brassica oleracea, in the family Brassicaceae. It is an annual plant that reproduces by seed. Typically, only the head is eaten. The cauliflower head is composed of a white inflorescence meristem. Cauliflower heads resemble those in broccoli, which differs in having flower buds. Its name is from Latin caulis and flower,. Brassica oleracea also includes cabbage, brussels sprouts, kale, broccoli, and collard greens, though they are of different cultivar groups. For such a highly modified plant, cauliflower has a long history. François Pierre La Varenne employed chouxfleurs in Le cuisinier françois. They were introduced to France from Genoa in the 16th century, and are featured in Olivier de Serres' Théâtre de l'agriculture, as cauli-fiori "as the Italians call it, which are still rather rare in France; they hold an honorable place in the garden because of their delicacy", but they did not commonly appear on grand tables until the time of Louis XIV.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Cauliflower

   kaw′li-flow′ėr, n. a variety of cabbage, the eatable part of which is the deformed inflorescence or head. [Earlier cole-florye, colie-florie—Low L. cauli-flora—L. caulis, cabbage. See Cole and Flower.]

The Foolish Dictionary, by Gideon WurdzRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. CAULIFLOWER

   A Cabbage with a college education.

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1. cauliflower

   A type of cultivar, plant and seed created and cultivated in a variety of species, known as a vegetable.

   Cauliflower is a type of vegetable grown and eaten by many across the world.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on September 18, 2016  

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of cauliflower in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of cauliflower in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

Examples of cauliflower in a Sentence

1. Mariza Snyder:

   Abdullah — who now weighs less than she did pre-pregnancy — tries to reach for spices when preparing each meal of the day. For example, she mixes cinnamon into her breakfast smoothies to manage insulin levels and keep blood sugar low, and sprinkles nuts with red chili powder, which increases metabolism, as well as salt, pepper and cumin. For a quick dinner, she marinates chicken overnight with cumin, ginger, garlic, jalapenos, smoked paprika and coriander. She referenced her cauliflower, pea and carrot medley with turmeric, which reduces inflammation. Experts say spices can be beneficial for weight loss, but an active lifestyle and eating well overall are key. Dr. Mariza Snyder, author of The Matcha Miracle, said exercising, avoiding processed foods, and opting for a plant-based diet when possible is crucial. Today, in addition to adding spices to Mariza Snyder food, Abdullah works out about twice a week. Mariza Snyder’s energetic and confident, and no longer feels deprived. Plus, Mariza Snyder weight is at an all-time low for Mariza Snyder adult life. My life has changed because I seek out more active things to do now.

2. Mark Twain:

   Training is everything. The peach was once a bitter almond cauliflower is nothing but cabbage with a college education.

3. Mark Twain:

   Cauliflower is nothing but Cabbage with a College Education.

4. Dina Aronson:

   How can you enjoy healthy food so it's never a punishment and always a reward ? Figure out what it is you love, love barbecue ? Roast some cauliflower with barbecue rub. Delicious !

5. Gail Simmons:

   I have a weakness for chicken wings, but chicken wings sometimes have 1,700 milligrams of salt in them per serving alone. So I’ve made a version that’s a buffalo-style roasted cauliflower with all that buffalo flavor and way less salt.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=cauliflower
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Cauliflower
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=cauliflower
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cauliflower
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cauliflower
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=cauliflower
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=cauliflower
8. ^ The Foolish Dictionary, by Gideon Wurdz
   https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/1989/pg1989-images.html#:~:text=cauliflower