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fenugreek

/fɛˈnuːɡriːk/ noun · British & US
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What does fenugreek mean?

noun

A plant of the pea family, Trigonella foenum-graecum, with trifoliate leaves and small yellow flowers, native to the Mediterranean region and cultivated for its seeds, which are used as a spice and in medicine. The seeds have a sweet, slightly bitter taste and are used to flavor curries and other dishes.

Example

"The chef added fenugreek seeds to the curry for an authentic Indian flavor."

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