Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ruibarbo
noun
/ˈruːbɑːrb/
Definition
A plant with thick, sour leaves, commonly used in cooking and desserts, particularly pies and jams.
Examples
- She made a delicious rhubarb pie for dessert.
- Rhubarb can be stewed and served with sugar as a sweet topping.
- Many gardeners enjoy growing rhubarb because it is easy to care for and produces a large yield.
Meaning
Rhubarb is often characterized by its tart flavor and is used in various culinary dishes, most famously in desserts.
Synonyms
- pie plant
- rhubarb stalk