lentil

noun

len·​til ˈlen-tᵊl 

1

: a widely cultivated Eurasian annual leguminous plant (Vicia lens synonym Lens culinaris) with flattened edible seeds and leafy stalks used as fodder

2

: the seed of the lentil

Examples of lentil in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Try incorporating high-fiber foods like avocados, raspberries, lentils, chia seeds, and cacao nibs into your diet for an easy and delicious way to boost your health. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 10 July 2025

Legumes include beans, peas, lentils, and soy foods, such as tofu, miso, and edamame. —Brittany Poulson, People.com, 8 July 2025

Whole legumes, including beans, peas, lentils, edamame, and tempeh. —Mara Santilli, SELF, 27 June 2025

This results from increasing fiber intake through beans, lentils, vegetables, and whole grains. —Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 25 June 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French lentille, from Latin lenticula, diminutive of lent-, lens

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for lentil

• dental
• ental
• gentle
• mental
• rental
• accidental
• compartmental
• continental
• detrimental
• elemental
• fundamental
• governmental

Kids Definition

lentil

noun

len·​til ˈlent-ᵊl 

: a Eurasian plant of the legume family widely grown for its flattened edible seeds and leafy stalks used as food for cattle

also : its seed