kale
/keɪl/
NOUN
1. An edible leafy vegetable
A leafy vegetable belonging to the cabbage family, characterized by curled or flat leaves that do not form a dense head.
1.1. Leafy cabbage-like vegetable
A nutritious green vegetable with edible leaves, commonly used in salads, smoothies, soups, and cooked dishes.
Synonyms
- cole
- colewort
- collard
Examples
- The chef prepared a fresh salad using kale and other leafy vegetables.
- She added a handful of kale to her morning smoothie.
Related Words
- cabbage
- broccoli
- savoy
- brussels sprouts
- spinach
- chard
- greens
NOUN
2. A cabbage-like food plant
Any of several cultivated plants belonging to the species Brassica oleracea, particularly varieties grown for their edible leaves.
2.1. Varieties of leafy cabbage plants
Referring to cultivated cabbage-family plants grown primarily for their leaves rather than for forming compact heads.
Synonyms
- cole
- colewort
- collard greens
Examples
- Several varieties of kale grow well in cool climates.
- The farmer cultivated kale alongside cabbage and other Brassica vegetables.
Related Words
- cabbage
- savoy cabbage
- collards
- broccoli
- cauliflower
- brussels sprouts
NOUN
3. A broth made primarily with kale
A soup or broth in which kale is the principal ingredient.
3.1. Kale-based soup or broth
A liquid dish prepared by cooking kale with water or stock, often accompanied by other vegetables or seasonings.
Synonyms
- kale soup
- kale broth
Examples
- The traditional recipe calls for a hearty kale broth served with potatoes.
- They prepared a warming kale soup for dinner.
Related Words
- vegetable soup
- broth
- stock
- potage
- vegetable stew
NOUN
4. Money or cash
Money, especially cash, used as an informal slang expression.
4.1. Cash and available money
Money or financial resources available to someone, particularly in informal conversation.
Synonyms
Examples
- He needs to earn more kale to pay for his apartment.
- The new business is expected to bring in plenty of kale.