rocambole

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun European leek cultivated and used like leeks

Etymology

Borrowed from French rocambole, from regional German Rockenbolle.

In classic literature

Synonyms

sand leek, giant garlic, Spanish garlic, Allium scorodoprasum

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