Definition of "arugula" []

• A Mediterranean plant (Eruca vesicaria subsp. sativa) having flowers with purple-veined, yellowish-white petals and pungent, edible leaves. Also called rocket2, rocket salad, roquette. (noun)

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• "The arugula is going to flower, but -- for the nonce -- still tasty if you like sharp greens, which I do."
• "Indian-Americans -- who started off with arugula from the White House garden and finished up with pumpkin pie tart."
• "I had read somewhere that a simple way to enjoy arugula is to dress it first with lemon juice, then drizzle with olive oil."