leafy vegetable

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : 1. A plant whose leaves (and sometimes stems) are consumed as food : This term refers to any vegetable where the primary edible part is the leaf. These vegetables are often eaten raw in salads or cooked. 2. The edible leaf (and stem) of such a plant : It can also refer to the specific green, leafy part of a plant that is harvested and eaten. Usage As a countable noun for a typ...