succory

Meanings

• noun

  A plant belonging to the carrot family, with edible roots.

  - "The succory plant is commonly found in Europe and Asia."
  - "Succory roots are rich in vitamins and minerals."
  - "Succory is often used as a substitute for carrots in cooking."

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Synonyms

chicory button , common chicory , cornflower , horseweed , ragged sailor

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Variants

List of all variants of succory that leads to same result
succories , succory

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Etymology

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From Old French succorier, meaning 'to help'. The name of the plant refers to its medicinal and nutritive properties.

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Trivia

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1. Succory is also known by the name 'wild parsnip'.

2. The sap of succory can cause skin irritation in some people.

3. Succory was used as a food source during World War II when other food supplies were scarce.

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Related Concepts

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1. Carrot family: Succory belongs to the Apiaceae or Umbelliferae family, which also includes carrots, parsley, celery, and fennel.

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Culture

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In ancient times, succory was used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including wounds and digestive issues. It was also used as a food source during famines.

How to Memorize "succory"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a plant with long green leaves and orange roots. The plant is commonly found in Europe and Asia and is used as a food source and medicinal plant.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word succory with the idea of help or support, as the name of the plant comes from the Old French word succorier, meaning 'to help'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word succory by associating it with the word 'succeed', as both words contain the root word 'succor'.

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