globe artichoke

noun

1. artichoke ( defs 1, 2 ).

globe artichoke

noun

1. See artichoke
   See artichoke artichoke

Word History and Origins

Origin of globe artichoke¹

First recorded in 1855–60; so called from the globose flower head

Example Sentences

The cardoon is a thistle-like plant, very similar in appearance to the Globe artichoke, but is grown as an annual.

From Project Gutenberg

The Globe Artichoke is grown mainly for the sake of its flower-heads which make a delightful dish when cooked while immature.

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This plant is nearly related to the Globe Artichoke, and it makes a stately appearance when allowed to flower.

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