radicchio

noun

ra·​dic·​chio ra-ˈdi-kē-ō How to pronounce radicchio (audio)
plural radicchios
: a chicory of a red variety with variegated leaves that is used as a salad green

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Try this vinaigrette on warm lentils, poached salmon, or a pile of radicchio. — Martha Stewart, 19 Apr. 2026 The leaves are bitter with a spicy kick, similar to arugula or radicchio. — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 30 Apr. 2026 The leaves taste bitter with a peppery kick, similar to arugula or radicchio, and younger leaves are milder. — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026 Opening dishes will include options such as radicchio agro dolce with goat cheese; sausages and oysters; half of a hen with pan con tomate; and Carnaroli rice pudding with kumquat marmalade. — Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for radicchio

Word History

Etymology

Italian, chicory, from Vulgar Latin *radiculus, alteration of Latin radicula

First Known Use

1968, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of radicchio was in 1968

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“Radicchio.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/radicchio. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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