eggplantnoun [ C ]
uk/ˈeɡ.plɑːnt/us/ˈeɡ.plænt/US UK aubergineB2 an oval, purple vegetable that is white inside and is usually eaten cooked
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Types of vegetable
- alfalfa
- allium
- artichoke
- arugula
- asparagus
- chicory
- corn on the cob
- cos lettuce
- courgette
- cress
- mooli
- new potatoes
- okra
- onion
- pak choi
- shitake mushroom
- spinach
- spring greens
- spring onion
- spud
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Examples from literature
- Catsup should always be served with eggplant.
- Cook over slow fire or in moderate oven till the eggplant is tender.
- Cut eggplants in halves and scoop out inside, leaving shell half inch thick.
- Do not add salt, as it causes eggplants to turn dark.
- Slice eggplant into thin slices, then slice onions, garlic, tomatoes and pepper quite thin.