Definitions

1. noun

A genus of thistle-like plants in the sunflower family, including artichokes.

“The garden contained various species of cynara, including artichokes and cardoon.”

2. proper noun

Cynara, a genus of plants, is also the name of a character in George Bernard Shaw’s play ‘Major Barbara’.

“Cynara’s dramatic monologue is a poignant commentary on the human condition.”