rampion
rampion
Definition
ram·pion (ram′pē ən)
noun
a European bellflower (Campanula rapunculus) with thick, fleshy, white roots that are used with the leaves in salads or cooked, esp. formerly, as a vegetable
Etymology: altered < ? Fr raiponce, It raponzolo < ML rapunculus, dim. < L rapum, turnip: see rape
rampion
Usage Examples
Adjective modifier
- round-headed: The round-headed rampion, commonly called " the Pride of Sussex " has been used as the main charge on the shield.
