kale

noun

Synonyms of kalenext
1
a
: a hardy cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. acephala) with curled often finely incised leaves that do not form a dense head
also : its leaves used as a vegetable
b
: cole
2
slang : money

Examples of kale in a Sentence

trying to scrape up the kale to buy more dope
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Spinach is packed with vitamins C and K, not to mention iron and magnesium, which puts it in a class of those green crops like kale that have plenty of nutritional benefits to offer. Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 1 Feb. 2026 Cool-season crops like kale and other brassicas will likely sustain little to no damage from a light dusting of snow, as long as leaves and stems aren't broken under the weight. Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 31 Jan. 2026 Pair your packets of cheesy goodness with a hearty kale salad, and call it a night. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2026 Leafy Green Vegetables Leafy greens (like spinach and kale) may support mental health as part of an overall produce-rich diet. Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 29 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for kale

Word History

Etymology

Scots, from Middle English (northern) cal, from Old English cāl — more at cole

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1b

Time Traveler
The first known use of kale was in the 14th century

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“Kale.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kale. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

kale

noun
: a hardy cabbage with curly leaves that do not form a head

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