Alexanders (Noun)
Meaning
European herb somewhat resembling celery widely naturalized in Britain coastal regions and often cultivated as a potherb.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The alexanders that grew in the garden were a welcome addition to the winter stew.
- In medieval times, alexanders were a common ingredient in pottages and stews.
- The coastal regions of Britain are home to a variety of wild alexanders that can be foraged for use in cooking.
- The gardener carefully transplanted the alexanders from the greenhouse to the outdoor herb garden.
- The recipe called for a bunch of fresh alexanders, which the chef found growing in the garden behind the restaurant.