brussels sprout
noun
brus·sels sprout
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variants:
or Brussels sprout
plural brussels sprouts
or Brussels sprouts
Definition of brussels sprout
1
: a plant (Brassica oleracea gemmifera) related to the cabbage and cauliflower that is cultivated for its edible small roundish green buds which are borne on its stem and resemble miniature cabbages
2
: any of the edible green buds that are borne on the stems of brussels sprouts, consist of tightly overlapping immature leaves, and are typically cooked as a vegetable
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Pour dressing over brussels sprouts and mix thoroughly. — Ashleigh Spitza, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad with Brown Butter Dressing," 12 Jan. 2018 Penny Reds also has honey butter biscuits and a variety of sides including crispy brussels sprouts, slaw and potato salad. — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, "Don't miss these restaurants at the Free Press' Wine + Food Experience," 11 July 2019 Try the brussels sprouts for a rare combo of health and flavor. — The Know Staff, The Know, "The coolest patios and rooftops to eat and drink on in the Front Range," 27 June 2019 The brussels sprout pizza is supreme, with just the right amount of smoke from the pancetta to match the spicy garlic, bitter sprouts, and creamy Fior di Latte. — Keith Flanagan, Condé Nast Traveler, "19 Best Places for Pizza in New York City," 1 Mar. 2018 Place brussels sprouts, cut sides down, on other half of pan. — Kristine M. Kierzek, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Fear of fish? Bake it, don't fry it, for no-fuss, foolproof results," 16 Feb. 2018 For unbreakability: Broccoli, red peppers, brussels sprouts, kiwi, and oranges are rich in vitamin C, which can protect hair from breakage. — Johnny Miller, Allure, "The Great-Hair Diet: What to Eat for Stronger, Healthier Hair," 30 May 2018 Summertime highlights include Buffalo brussels sprouts with blue cheese mousse, bluefish cakes, and fish tacos made with Vineyard flounder. — Alyssa Giacobbe, Town & Country, "T&C Travel Guide: The Best of Martha's Vineyard," 13 June 2018 Brie Fermier, the only bloomy-rind cheese (with a soft, fluffy mold on its surface) in the bunch, was entry-level stinky with a pleasant brininess and an unmistakable note of brussels sprouts in both its flavor and odor. — Molly Fitzpatrick, Bon Appetit, "The Hunt for the Stinkiest Cheese, Or, How I Tested the Bonds of Friendship," 26 Apr. 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'brussels sprout.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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brussels sprout
noun
English Language Learners Definition of brussels sprout
: a small, green vegetable that looks like a very small cabbage
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