salad
UK: ˈsæləd | US: ˈsæləd
n. a cold dish of mixed raw or cooked vegetables, often with a dressing
n. a mixture of small pieces of food, typically served cold
The word "salad" traces back to the Latin "salata," meaning "salted (vegetables)," derived from "sal" (salt). In ancient Rome, vegetables were commonly seasoned with brine or salty dressings, giving rise to the term. The Old French "salade" later influenced the Middle English adoption of the word. The morpheme "sal" preserves its original Latin root meaning "salt," while "-ad" (via "-ata") evolved into a noun suffix denoting the dish.
She ordered a fresh Greek salad with feta cheese.
A simple salad can be a healthy side dish.
He tossed the salad with olive oil and vinegar.
The buffet included a variety of pasta salads.
For lunch, I prefer a light salad with grilled chicken.