rhubarb Definition and Meaning in English (rhubarb definition)

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Rhubarb definition: Rhubarb is a plant of the genus Rheum, especially Rheum rhabarbarum, cultivated for its edible, tart leaf stalks.

Definitions of Rhubarb

  1. 1noun

    Rhubarb is a plant of the genus Rheum, especially Rheum rhabarbarum, cultivated for its edible, tart leaf stalks.

  2. 2noun(colloquial)

    In colloquial usage, rhubarb refers to a noisy and confused argument or dispute, especially in a sporting context.

Example Sentences

casual

“She made a delicious crumble with fresh rhubarb from her garden.”

informal, sports

“The players got into a bit of a rhubarb with the umpire over the controversial call.”

Inflected Word Forms

adjectiverhubarby
adjectiverhubarb-like

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

rhubarb and custardcollocation

A traditional British dessert combining tart rhubarb with sweet custard.

a bit of a rhubarbexpression

A minor argument or dispute, often noisy.

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Rhubarb definition: Rhubarb is a plant of the genus Rheum, especially Rheum rhabarbarum, cultivated for its edible, tart leaf stalks.
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'Rhubarb' translates to 'rhubarb' in English. Rhubarb definition: Rhubarb is a plant of the genus Rheum, especially Rheum rhabarbarum, cultivated for its edible, tart leaf stalks.
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