Gherkin (noun)

1. A small pickled cucumber, usually eaten as a snack or used as a garnish.
2. The small, spiny cucumber plant (Cucumis anguria) that produces gherkins.

Origin:

Late 19th century: of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. A burger with cheese and bacon is even better with a couple of gherkins on the side.
2. Gherkins are a staple of the traditional British ploughman's lunch.
3. Gherkin plants are native to Africa and are now grown throughout the world.
4. Gherkins are often used to add tangy flavor to sandwiches and salads.
5. The jar of gherkins was a welcome addition to the party platter of cheese and crackers.