artichoke

noun

ar·​ti·​choke ˈär-tə-ˌchōk 

1

: a tall Mediterranean composite herb (Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus synonym C. scolymus) resembling a thistle with coarse pinnately incised leaves

also : its edible immature flower head which is cooked as a vegetable

2

: jerusalem artichoke

Examples of artichoke in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Inspired by retro relish trays, this easy cheese spread is highly addictive thanks to the slight tang and brightness from marinated artichoke hearts and smokiness from the gouda. —Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 5 Jan. 2026

Production is due to begin in early 2026 in Castroville, California, known for its large artichokes. —Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 5 Jan. 2026

Fresh and tangy, our marinated artichoke pasta salad makes good use of pantry staples. —Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 30 Dec. 2025

At Santa Caterina Market, the season’s first artichokes and strawberries appear, and a few euros stretch far for a picnic in Ciutadella Park. —Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Dec. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Italian dialect articiocco, ultimately from Arabic al-khurshūf the artichoke

First Known Use

1530, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing artichoke

• globe artichoke
• Jerusalem artichoke

Rhymes for artichoke

• nanticoke
• womenfolk
• awoke
• baroque
• bespoke
• colloque
• convoke
• evoke
• invoke
• keystroke
• kinfolk
• kinsfolk

Kids Definition

artichoke

noun

ar·​ti·​choke ˈärt-ə-ˌchōk 

: a tall plant related to the daisies and having a flower head which is cooked and eaten as a vegetable