poppy seed

• Petite graine réniforme du pavot à opium, largement utilisée en cuisine dans les pâtisseries, les confiseries et les vinaigrettes pour sa saveur de noisette et sa texture croquante.

The small, kidney-shaped seed of the opium poppy plant, commonly used as a culinary ingredient in baked goods, pastries, and dressings for its nutty flavor and crunchy texture.

1. Edible seedB1formal

   A small, kidney-shaped seed obtained from the opium poppy, used as a spice and in baking.

   graine de pavot

   • She sprinkled poppy seeds on top of the bagel.
   • Poppy seed rolls are a traditional pastry in many European countries.
   • The cake recipe calls for two tablespoons of poppy seeds.

2. Drug test concernB2informal

   Poppy seeds can contain trace amounts of opiates, potentially causing false positives in drug tests.

   graines de pavot et tests de dépistage

   • He failed the drug test because he ate a poppy seed muffin.
   • Some athletes avoid poppy seeds before competitions.
   • The lab technician explained that poppy seeds can trigger a positive result.