1. A bulbous Mediterranean plant (Foeniculum vulgare var. azoricum) with a white or pale green base, eaten as a vegetable; also called fennel.
Usage: Also spelled 'finocchio'; Italian origin; Commonly used in Italian and Mediterranean cuisine

Examples

• The chef sliced the finochio thinly for the salad.
• Finochio has a mild anise flavor that pairs well with seafood.
• At the farmers market, she selected a firm finochio bulb.
• The recipe called for roasted finochio as a side dish.
• Finochio is rich in fiber and vitamin C.