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wood sorrel

/ˈwʊd ˌsɒrəl/

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/ˈwʊd ˌsɒrəl/C1formal
  • ruРаспространённое название растений рода Кислица (Oxalis), характеризующихся листьями, похожими на клевер, и мелкими, часто жёлтыми или розовыми цветками, с кислым вкусом из-за содержания щавелевой кислоты.

A common name for plants of the genus Oxalis, characterized by clover-like leaves and small, often yellow or pink flowers, with a sour taste due to oxalic acid.

  1. A common woodland plantB2formal

    A small, edible plant with clover-like leaves and small white or pink flowers, often found in shady, wooded areas.

    ruКислица обыкновенная

    • Wood sorrel is often used in salads for its tangy, lemony flavor.
    • The forest floor was carpeted with delicate wood sorrel.
    • Foragers carefully identify wood sorrel to avoid poisonous look-alikes.