Definition

Noun 1. A variety of fennel (Foeniculum vulgare var. azoricum) cultivated for its edible, aromatic, bulbous stem base. This is the primary meaning, referring to the vegetable itself. It is often called "Florence fennel" or "bulb fennel" in English.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The recipe calls for one finocchio, thinly sliced.
  • She roasted the finocchio with olive oil and herbs.
  • The salad had a crisp, anise-like flavor from the raw finocchio.

Advanced Usage

• The term finocchio is an Italian word adopted into English, primarily used in culinary contexts. In general English, "Florence fennel" or "bulb fennel" are more common terms.
• It is distinct from the herb fennel, which is grown for its fronds and seeds.

Variants and Related Words

• Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare): The species name for the plant. "Finocchio" is a cultivated variety of this species.
• Florence fennel: The most common English name for this vegetable.
• Bulb fennel: A descriptive English name highlighting its edible bulb.

Synonyms

• Florence fennel
• Bulb fennel
• Sweet fennel (less common)

Notes on Different Meanings

• Finocchio has a single, specific meaning in English related to the vegetable. It should not be confused with other types of fennel (like herb fennel) or other plants.

Noun

1. aromatic bulbous stem base eaten cooked or raw in salads