greens

/ɡriːnz/
nounBeginner
informal

Leafy vegetables or herbs, often used in cooking or as part of a healthy diet

She added fresh greens to her salad for extra nutrients.

He prefers eating greens like spinach and kale for their health benefits.

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

informal

An area covered with grass or vegetation

The park has beautiful greens where people can relax.

The golf course has well-maintained greens.

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Often used in the context of golf courses or public parks.

Collocations

eat greensto consume leafy vegetablesfresh greensrecently harvested leafy vegetablesdark greensleafy vegetables with a deep green color

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Related Phrases

go greenphrase
to adopt environmentally friendly practices
green thumbphrase
a talent for growing plants

💡Pro Tip

Nutritional Value

Greens are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber, making them essential for a balanced diet.

Gold Rule

Freshness

Always choose fresh greens with vibrant colors and no wilted leaves for the best taste and nutrition.

📖Word Origin

From Middle English 'grene', meaning green or leafy plants.

📝Usage Notes

The term 'greens' is commonly used to refer to leafy vegetables in both cooking and health contexts. It can also refer to grassy areas in outdoor settings.

Word Breakdown

green
the color green or something that is green
root
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s
plural form
suffix
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