lettuce

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈlɛtəs/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

An edible plant, Lactuca sativa and its close relatives, having a head of green and/or purple leaves.

2 Definition

The leaves of the lettuce plant, eaten as a vegetable; as a dish often mixed with other ingredients, dressing etc.

Example Sentences
  • I’ll have a ham sandwich with lettuce and tomato.
3 Definition

United States paper currency; dollars.

Example Sentences
  • Twelve dollars an hour? That's a lot of lettuce!
4 Definition

A strong yellow-green colour, like that of lettuce (also called lettuce green).