chicory

noun

1. the dried root of the chicory plant: used as a coffee substitute

Definition categories: plant, root

2. perennial Old World herb having rayed flower heads with blue florets cultivated for its root and its heads of crisp edible leaves used in salads

Similar word(s): succory

Definition categories: plant, herb

3. root of the chicory plant roasted and ground to substitute for or adulterate coffee

Definition categories: food

4. crisp spiky leaves with somewhat bitter taste

Definition categories: food