watercress

• Plante aquatique à croissance rapide aux feuilles piquantes, souvent utilisée dans les salades ; relatif au cresson ou qui en rappelle le goût ou l'aspect.

Relating to or resembling watercress, a fast-growing aquatic plant with pungent leaves, often used in salads.

1. C1formal

   A moderate yellow-green color that is greener and deeper than moss green, and yellower and darker than pea green.

   cresson (couleur)

   • The artist used a watercress hue for the leaves in the painting.
   • Her dress was a lovely watercress shade, perfect for spring.
   • The walls were painted a subtle watercress green.

• Nom désignant l'une des plusieurs plantes aquatiques de la famille des cressons, poussant dans les eaux propres, souvent utilisée en salade ou comme garniture.

A noun referring to any of several water-loving cresses that grow in clear ponds and streams, often used in salads or as a garnish.

1. Aquatic plantB1formal

   A fast-growing, aquatic or semi-aquatic perennial plant with small, round, dark green leaves and a peppery, tangy flavor, often found in clear, slow-moving streams and ponds.

   cresson de fontaine

   • Watercress is a popular ingredient in salads and soups.
   • The clear stream was full of fresh watercress.
   • She added a handful of watercress to the sandwich for a peppery kick.

2. Edible cressB1formal

   Any of several water-loving cresses, especially Nasturtium officinale, used as a leafy vegetable for its crisp texture and pungent taste.

   cresson de fontaine

   • Watercress is often used in British cuisine, particularly in sandwiches.
   • The farmer cultivated watercress in shallow, flowing water beds.
   • A garnish of watercress adds a fresh, spicy note to the dish.

   Synonymescress