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lupins

/ˈluːpɪnz/

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noun

Lupins

Any member of the genus Lupinus in the family Fabaceae.

Examples :

"The garden was filled with vibrant colors, thanks to the tall stalks of lupins blooming in purple, pink, and white. "

Le jardin était rempli de couleurs vives, grâce aux hautes tiges de lupins fleurissant en violet, rose et blanc.

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noun

Lupin, graine de lupin

A lupin bean, a yellow legume seed of a Lupinus plant (usually Lupinus luteus), used as feed for sheep and cattle and commonly eaten in the Mediterranean area and in Latin America although toxic if prepared improperly.

Examples :

"The farmer grows lupins to feed his sheep because they are a good source of protein. "

L'agriculteur cultive des lupins pour nourrir ses moutons car ils sont une bonne source de protéines.

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