carrot tops

Orange-haired people, slangily

Carrot tops are the feathery green leaves that sprout from the top of a carrot root.

Though often discarded, they're edible and can be used in pestos, salads, or as an herb garnish.

The phrase also serves as a mildly teasing nickname for people with red or orange hair, referencing the bright color of the carrot itself.

Some kid called me carrot top in middle school and it stuck.

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G