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castor bean

 

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Noun castor bean has 1 sense
  1. castor bean - the toxic seed of the castor-oil plant; source of castor oil
    --1 is a kind of
    oilseed
    --1 is a part of
     castor-oil plant, castor bean plant, palma christi, palma christ, Ricinus communis

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Castor Bean

Description:

The castor bean is the seed of the castor oil plant, scientifically known as Ricinus communis. It is a tropical perennial shrub that belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family. The beans are large, shiny, and have a mottled brownish color. Additionally, castor beans contain a toxic substance called ricin, which makes them highly poisonous.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun

Definition: The seed of the castor oil plant, used for various purposes.

Example sentence: I found a handful of castor beans in the garden and decided to use them for crafting.

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Sense 2:

Noun

Definition: The castor oil plant itself.

Example sentence: The castor bean is an ornamental plant that can grow up to 10 feet tall.

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Sense 3:

Noun

Definition: A brownish color resembling that of castor beans.

Example sentence: She painted her room walls in a warm castor bean hue.

Sense 4:

Adjective

Definition: Denoting something popular or widely known.

Example sentence: The castor bean burger became a hit among vegetarian customers.

Sense 5:

Adjective

Definition: Relating to a specific locality or region.

Example sentence: The castor bean festival celebrates the rich agricultural heritage of our town.

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