Bibb lettuce

noun

: a butter lettuce of a variety that has a small head and dark green color

called also Bibb

Word History

Etymology

Major John Bibb, 19th century American grower

First Known Use

1961, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Bibb lettuce was in 1961

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Cite this Entry

“Bibb lettuce.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Bibb%20lettuce. Accessed 29 Mar. 2023.

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