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cruciferous vegetable

/kruːˈsɪfərəs ˈvedʒtəbəl/

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/kruːˈsɪfərəs ˈvedʒtəbəl/C1formalculinary
  • ruКатегория овощей, принадлежащих к семейству Капустные (Brassicaceae), известных своими крестообразными цветками и высокой пищевой ценностью, включающая брокколи, цветную капусту, капусту и кейл.

A category of vegetables belonging to the Brassicaceae family, known for their cross-shaped flowers and high nutritional value, including broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, and kale.

  1. Vegetable familyB2formal

    A group of vegetables belonging to the Brassicaceae family, known for their cross-shaped flowers and health benefits.

    ruКрестоцветный овощ

    • Broccoli and cauliflower are popular cruciferous vegetables.
    • Eating cruciferous vegetables may reduce the risk of certain cancers.
    • She added kale, a cruciferous vegetable, to her smoothie.