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american cress

/əˈmɛrɪkən krɛs/

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/əˈmɛrɪkən krɛs/B1formalamericanculinary
  • ruРаспространенное название Barbarea verna, листового зеленого овоща с перечным вкусом, часто используемого в салатах или в качестве гарнира. Также известен как кресс-салат или сухопутный кресс.

A common name for Barbarea verna, a leafy green vegetable with a peppery flavor, often used in salads or as a garnish. It is also known as land cress or upland cress.

  1. Edible plantB1formalamerican

    A leafy green plant, also known as land cress or winter cress, used in salads and as a garnish, similar to watercress but grown on land.

    ruСъедобное растение

    • American cress adds a peppery flavor to salads.
    • She grew american cress in her garden for fresh greens.
    • The recipe calls for a handful of american cress as a garnish.