Related Words
cress
Definition
- : any of various crucifers with moderately pungent leaves used especially in salads: such as: a watercress (Nasturtium officinale)
First Known Use
before 12th century, in the meaning defined aboveHistory and Etymology
Middle English cresse, from Old English cærse, cressa; akin to Old High German kressa cresscrevice
Related Words
cress
Definition
- : any of various crucifers with moderately pungent leaves used especially in salads: such as: a watercress (Nasturtium officinale)
First Known Use
before 12th century, in the meaning defined aboveHistory and Etymology
Middle English cresse, from Old English cærse, cressa; akin to Old High German kressa cresscrevice
Related Words
cress
Definition
- : any of various crucifers with moderately pungent leaves used especially in salads: such as: a watercress (Nasturtium officinale)
First Known Use
before 12th century, in the meaning defined aboveHistory and Etymology
Middle English cresse, from Old English cærse, cressa; akin to Old High German kressa cresscrevice
noun
crev·ice