·noun The edible head or "curd" of a cauliflower plant.
II. Cauliflower ·noun An annual variety of Brassica oleracea, or cabbage, of which the cluster of young flower stalks and buds is eaten as a vegetable.
A large white wig, such as is commonly worn by the dignified clergy, and was formerly by physicians....
Dictionary of The Vulgar Tongue by Francis Grose