sorrel

/sˈɒɹə‍l/

/ˈsɔɹəɫ/

[noun] [adjective]

Sorrel

[NOUN]

a European plant that is from the dock family, the leaves of which add a sour taste to the food

synonyms : common sorrel

What is "sorrel"?

Sorrel is a versatile herb with a distinctively tart flavor. Its vibrant green leaves are packed with a refreshing and tangy taste, reminiscent of lemon or citrus. Sorrel is commonly used in cooking to add a zesty kick to salads, dressings, and savory dishes. Its unique flavor profile makes it a favorite among chefs and food enthusiasts looking to add a lively and bright element to their culinary creations.

any of certain coarse weedy plants with long taproots, sometimes used as table greens or in folk medicine

synonyms : dock

sour grass

any plant or flower of the genus Oxalis

synonyms : oxalis

wood sorrel

East Indian sparsely prickly annual herb or perennial subshrub widely cultivated for its fleshy calyxes used in tarts and jelly and for its bast fiber

synonyms : Hibiscus sabdariffa

a horse of a brownish orange to light brown color

sorrel

[ADJECTIVE]

of a light brownish color

synonyms : brownish-orange

Examples

1. Emily planted sorrel in her backyard to attract butterflies.