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
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The base of this shepherd’s pie is green lentils and cremini mushrooms, and it’s topped with a luscious layer of creamy mashed potatoes.
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Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 31 Dec. 2025
In Italy, lentils are mixed with pork for a lucky dish.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 31 Dec. 2025
The seeds of lentil plants are commonly used in soups and other hearty fare.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2025
Research suggests that consuming more legumes, such as lentils, may support heart health, blood sugar levels, and weight management.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 29 Dec. 2025
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Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 31 Dec. 2025
In Italy, lentils are mixed with pork for a lucky dish.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 31 Dec. 2025
The seeds of lentil plants are commonly used in soups and other hearty fare.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2025
Research suggests that consuming more legumes, such as lentils, may support heart health, blood sugar levels, and weight management.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 29 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for lentil
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“Lentil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lentil. Accessed 5 Jan. 2026.
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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
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