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Definition of lettuce
lettuce
/ˈlɛt.ɪs/
let · tuce
Plural:lettuces
lettuce Lexical Profile
CEFR
A2
Grade
2
Tier
1
Usage
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• noun
1
The crisp, edible leaves of the lettuce plant, commonly eaten raw as a base for salads or as a sandwich topping.
Example
"She prepared a fresh salad using romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and a light vinaigrette."
2
A cultivated annual plant of the daisy family (Asteraceae), grown primarily for its edible leafy stem.
Example
"The gardener planted several rows of crisphead lettuces in the early spring."
3
North American Paper money or cash.
Example
"He was eager to win the bet and score some extra lettuce for the weekend."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Middle English 'letuse', derived from Old French 'laitue', tracing back to Latin 'lactuca'. The Latin root is based on 'lac' (milk), referring to the milky sap produced by the plant.
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Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lettuce. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lettuce