rhubarb

Meanings

• noun

  A tart, edible rhizome with a red, sour taste, often used in pies and jams.

  - "Rhubarb is often used to make delicious pies."
  - "My grandma's rhubarb pie is famous in the family."
  - "Rhubarb is a popular ingredient in British desserts."

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Pronunciation

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2. /ˈɹuˌbɑɹb/
   
   
   
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4. /ˈɹuˌbɑɹb/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

tusky

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with rhubarb
barber , rabbiter , rabbitter

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Variants

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rhubarb , rhubarbs

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Etymology

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Rhubarb comes from the Latin word 'rhabarbarum', which means 'a red root'. It was first cultivated in China and was introduced to Europe in the late 13th century.

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Trivia

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1. Rhubarb is actually a vegetable, despite being commonly thought of as a fruit.

2. Rhubarb is high in vitamin C and dietary fiber.

3. Rhubarb was once used as a dye for textiles and as a source of pigment for paint.

4. Rhubarb plants produce large, beautiful flowers that are often pink or red in color.

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Related Concepts

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1. Rhubarb pie: A traditional dessert made with rhubarb and sugar, often topped with a pastry crust.

2. Rhubarb jam: A sweet preserve made from cooked rhubarb and sugar, often used as a spread on toast or scones.

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Culture

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Rhubarb has been a popular ingredient in cooking for centuries. It is often used to make pies, jams, and sauces. In some cultures, rhubarb is also used as a natural remedy for various ailments, such as digestive issues and arthritis.

How to Memorize "rhubarb"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a red, tart vegetable with a long stem.
   - Visualize a pie made with rhubarb and sugar.
   - Think of the vibrant red color of rhubarb.

2. associate
   

   - Associate rhubarb with pie and desserts.
   - Think of rhubarb as a sour, red vegetable.
   - Associate rhubarb with the color red.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'rhubarb' as 'Red Harvest Barrel' or 'Rhubarb Rhymes with Strawberry'.

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