mustard

Definition

  • n. any of several cruciferous plants of the genus Brassica
  • n. pungent powder or paste prepared from ground mustard seeds
  • n. leaves eaten as cooked greens

Word forms

Plural
mustards

Example sentences

  1. n.

    I like to add mustard to my sandwiches for extra flavor.

  2. n.

    The mustard plant is often used for its seeds, which are ground into a spice.