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fiddlehead

/ˈfɪdəlˌhɛd/ noun · British & US
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What does fiddlehead mean?

noun

The curled tip of a fern frond, especially when it is first unfurled. A dish made from the curled tips of ferns, typically served as a side dish.

Example

"The chef carefully sautéed the fiddleheads with garlic and lemon."

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