mustard

[[ˈmas.təd]]

[[ˈmʊs.təd]]

[[ˈmɐs.təd]]

[[ˈmʌs.tɚd]]

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Mustard is a spicy condiment made from ground seeds.

When we talk about mustard, most people think about eating it on sandwiches or as a side dish for barbecue. Some folks use it to add flavor to their favorite recipes - like making homemade salad dressings or marinades for chicken. But did you know that mustard can also refer to the plant itself? That's right! The mustard plant is related to broccoli and cauliflower, and its flowers are actually edible!

How common is "mustard"?

Word mustard is considered uncommon in modern English.
It appears most frequently in magazine texts and less often in other writings.

Definitions

noun

A plant of certain species of the genus Brassica, or of related genera (especially Sinapis alba, in the family Brassicaceae, with yellow flowers, and linear seed pods).
Powder or paste made from seeds of the mustard plant, and used as a condiment or a spice.
Example: When the waitress brought the food, I asked whether she had any Dijon mustard.
The leaves of the mustard plant, used as a salad.
Example: Mustard and cress sandwiches.
Dark yellow colour, the colour of mustard.
The tomalley of a crab, which resembles the condiment.

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adjective

Of a dark yellow colour.

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We've burned on browning gravy, tomato sauce, cheese, and mustard

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