Meaning
An edible plant, Lactuca sativa and its close relatives, having a head of green or purple leaves.
Etymology
Origin: Old English
From Middle English letuse, of uncertain precise origin, probably from the plural form Old French laitues, derived from Latin lactūca (“lettuce”), from lac (“milk”), because of the milky fluid in its stalks. Replaced Old English lēahtric. (money): Likely from the green color of US banknotes.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 4 recorded puzzles: