Definition

A type of vegetable with long, green stalks that are often eaten raw in salads or cooked in various dishes.

Example

I added some chopped celery to the soup for extra flavor.

Conversation

I just bought some fresh celery from the market.

Nice! Are you planning to use it in a salad?

Yeah, I love how crunchy celery is in salads.

Me too! It adds such a great texture.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Celery comes from the French word 'céleri', which is derived from the Latin 'selinum', meaning a type of parsley or wild celery. The word refers to the edible plant known for its crisp stalks and distinct flavor.

Memory Tip

Think of the French 'céleri' and remember that celery is a type of plant known for its crunchy stalks.

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