greens

/ɡriːnz/

leafy vegetables

She bought fresh greens at the farmer's market.

She purchased leafy vegetables like spinach and kale.

informal

Leafy vegetables or plants, often used as food

The salad was made with a variety of greens.

The salad contained different types of leafy vegetables.

Common examples include spinach, kale, lettuce, and arugula.

informal

The color green, often in reference to clothing or uniforms

The team wore greens for their game.

The team wore green uniforms for their game.

This usage is less common and often context-dependent.

Collocations

leafy greensleafy vegetablesfresh greensrecently harvested leafy vegetables

to adopt environmentally friendly practices

Greens are commonly used in salads, stir-fries, and soups.

Greens are rich in vitamins and minerals, making them a healthy addition to any diet.

From Middle English 'grene', meaning the color green or vegetation.

In American English, 'greens' often refers to leafy vegetables, while in British English, it can also refer to the color green in certain contexts.

green

the color green or vegetation

root

-s

plural form

suffix

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