alfalfa
word
Definition
A plant with small green leaves that is grown especially as food for animals like cows and horses. Sometimes, people eat alfalfa sprouts in salads or sandwiches.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in agricultural or nutritional contexts. "Alfalfa sprouts" are common in salads and sandwiches. In North America, "alfalfa" is standard, while "lucerne" is used in some other regions like the UK and Australia.
Spanish: alfalfaPortuguese (BR): alfafaPortuguese (PT): luzerna - alfafaChinese (Simplified): 苜蓿 - 紫花苜蓿Chinese (Traditional): 苜蓿 - 紫花苜蓿Hindi: अल्फाल्फाArabic: البرسيم الحجازي
Example Sentences
The farmer grows alfalfa for his cows.
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We added alfalfa sprouts to the salad.
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Horses like to eat alfalfa hay.
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My sandwich tastes much better with some alfalfa sprouts in it.
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Growing alfalfa helps improve soil quality on the farm.
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Did you know that some people drink tea made from alfalfa leaves?
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