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Cabbage
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
cabbages
What is "cabbage"?
Cabbage is a leafy green or purple vegetable with tightly packed layers of leaves forming a round or elongated head. It has a mild, slightly sweet flavor and a crunchy texture when raw, but it becomes tender and sweeter when cooked. Cabbage is commonly used in a variety of dishes, including salads, slaws, soups, stews, stir-fries, and fermented foods like sauerkraut and kimchi. It is rich in vitamins, particularly vitamin C and vitamin K, as well as dietary fiber and antioxidants.
Examples
She prepared a delicious coleslaw using fresh cabbage, carrots, and a tangy dressing.
02
an informal slang for cash or money, often used in casual conversation
Examples
He was excited to see his paycheck, knowing it was a good amount of cabbage.
03
the leaves of a large round purple or green vegetable, used for cooking
to cabbage
Grammatical Information
Composition
derived
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
cabbage
3rd person singular
cabbages
Present participle
cabbaging
Past simple
cabbaged
Past participle
cabbaged
Examples
He attempted to cabbage a watch from the display case.
