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rumex acetosa

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun rumex acetosa has 1 sense
  1. sour dock, garden sorrel, Rumex acetosa - European sorrel with large slightly acidic sagittate leaves grown throughout north temperate zone for salad and spring greens
    --1 is a kind of dock, sorrel, sour grass
    --1 has parts: sorrel, common sorrel

Definitions from the Web

Rumex Acetosa

Definition: Rumex acetosa, commonly known as Sorrel, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the family Polygonaceae. It has arrow-shaped leaves and a slightly tangy taste. Sorrel is often used in cooking for its acidic flavor and has medicinal properties.

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Sense 1: The edible plant with arrow-shaped leaves and a tangy taste.

Example sentence: When making a salad, I like to add a handful of fresh Rumex acetosa leaves for a zesty kick.

Adjective

Sense 1: Pertaining to or derived from Rumex acetosa.

Example sentence: The soup had a hint of rumex acetosa flavor, giving it a unique and refreshing taste.

Usages:

Popular Usage

Rumex acetosa, commonly known as Sorrel, is widely used in culinary preparations.

Local Usage

In some regions, Rumex acetosa is used for its medicinal properties to treat various ailments.

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