Meaning

noun the imperial dynasty of China from 1122 to 221 BC; notable for the rise of Confucianism and Taoism

noun any of various types of cabbage

noun puff filled with cream or custard

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

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