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| aubergine |
(chiefly British) a plant cultivated for its fruit, or the dark purple, ovoid fruit itself, which is eaten as a vegetable; an eggplant. [2 definitions] |
| moussaka |
a Greek casserole consisting of layers of eggplant and ground meat, esp. lamb, baked with white sauce and cheese. |
| ratatouille |
a vegetable stew made with eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes, green peppers, onions, and garlic, and served hot or cold. |
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