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nasturtium

/nəˈstɜː.ʃəm/

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noun

/nəˈstɜː.ʃəm/C1formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее тропическое американское растение рода Tropaeolum, известное своим едким соком и длинношпорцевыми цветами от жёлтого до красного цвета; его цветы, семена и листья используются как приправы.

A noun referring to a tropical American plant of the genus Tropaeolum, known for its pungent juice and long-spurred yellow to red flowers; its flowers, seeds, and leaves are all used as flavorings.

  1. Edible plantB2formalculinary

    A tropical American plant of the genus Tropaeolum, with pungent juice and long-spurred yellow to red flowers, whose flowers, seeds, and leaves are used as flavorings.

    ruНастурция

    • The chef garnished the salad with bright nasturtium flowers.
    • Nasturtium seeds can be pickled and used like capers.
    • The leaves of the nasturtium add a peppery kick to dishes.

    Synonymsgarden nasturtium

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