Definition and meaning of English word "garlic"
garlic
/ˈɡɑːr.lɪk/
Meaning
NounA plant, Allium sativum, related to the onion, having a pungent bulb much used in cooking.
How to use
The term 'garlic' is commonly used in culinary contexts, particularly in reference to Mediterranean and Asian cooking. A notable grammatical nuance is that 'garlic' is an uncountable noun, which can lead to learner mistakes such as using 'a garlic' instead of 'some garlic'. For instance, one might say 'The recipe calls for three cloves of garlic.'
🇬🇧 English
garlic
Example
Garlic is a popular ingredient in cooking.
The smell of garlic is strong.
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Common phrases
- mince garlic— mince garlic
- roast garlic— roast garlic
- garlic breath— garlic breath
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Frequency rank: #446 in English
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What does the English word "garlic" mean?▼
The English word "garlic" means "garlic" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Garlic is used in many recipes for flavor." (which translates as "garlic").
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