spinach
nounmasculine/iʃ.pi.ˈna.ɣɾɨ/medium
es·pi·na·fre
Definition
A leafy green flowering plant (Spinacia oleracea) whose leaves are eaten as a vegetable, known for being rich in iron and vitamins.
Spinach is often used in salads and cooked dishes.
She made a delicious quiche with spinach and cheese.
Common collocations
spinach leavesfresh spinachcream of spinach
Etymology
Do persa 'aspanākh', através do árabe 'al-isbanāj' e do latim medieval 'spinacia'.