poppy seed

• 罂粟的细小肾形种子，因具有坚果香味和脆爽口感，广泛用于烘焙、糖果和调味汁等烹饪中。

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.

   可食用种子

   • 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.

   毒品检测隐患

   • 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.