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English word origin

Etymology of chou

From French chou (“cabbage”); compare French pâte à choux (“choux pastry”). Doublet of caulis, cole, and kale.

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noun

Choux pastry, usually in the form of a small round cake with a sweet filling. · A bunch, knot, or rosette of ribbon or other material, used as an ornament in women's clothing.

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From French chou (“cabbage”); compare French pâte à choux (“choux pastry”). Doublet of caulis, cole, and kale.

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