Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun chicory

4 senses of chicory

Sense 1
chicory, chicory root -- (the dried root of the chicory plant: used as a coffee substitute)
       => root -- ((botany) the usually underground organ that lacks buds or leaves or nodes; absorbs water and mineral salts; usually it anchors the plant to the ground)

Sense 2
chicory, succory, chicory plant, Cichorium intybus -- (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)
       => herb, herbaceous plant -- (a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests)

Sense 3
chicory, chicory root -- (root of the chicory plant roasted and ground to substitute for or adulterate coffee)
       => coffee substitute -- (a drink resembling coffee that is sometimes substituted for it)

Sense 4
chicory, curly endive -- (crisp spiky leaves with somewhat bitter taste)
       => salad green, salad greens -- (greens suitable for eating uncooked as in salads)