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lupine

 

[ หˆluหpaษชn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

botanical term

Lupine refers to a genus of flowering plants in the legume family, Fabaceae. These plants are known for their tall, colorful flower spikes and are often found in temperate and tropical regions. They are important for their ability to fix nitrogen in the soil, making them beneficial for agriculture and gardening. Some species are cultivated for ornamental purposes, while others are grown for their edible seeds, known as lupin beans.

Synonyms

flowering plant, legume, lupin.

Examples of usage

  • The garden was filled with vibrant lupines.
  • Lupines attract a variety of pollinators.
  • Farmers often plant lupines to improve soil health.
  • The lupine flowers bloom in late spring.

Translations

Translations of the word "lupine" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lรบpulo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเฅเคชเคฟเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lupine

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lupin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปัŽะฟะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ล‚ubin

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒซใƒ”ใƒŠใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lupin

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lรบpulo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท lupin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฃจํ•€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ูˆุจูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lupina

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lupina

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ดซ่Šฑ่‹œ่“ฟ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ lupina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lรบpรญna

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปัŽะฟะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒฃแƒžแƒ˜แƒœ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lupin

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lรบpulo

Etymology

The word 'lupine' comes from the Latin word 'lupinus', which means 'wolfish'. This name is perhaps a reference to the plant's habit of enjoying nutrient-poor soil, in a manner reminiscent of the wolfโ€™s predatory lifestyle. The first recorded use of the term in English dates back to the late 15th century. Lupines have a rich history in various cultures, being appreciated not only for their beauty but also for their agricultural benefits. Ancient civilizations recognized the importance of legumes like lupines in crop rotation and soil fertilization. Over the centuries, various species of lupines have been selectively bred for their ornamental value and edibility, making them popular in gardens and cuisines around the world.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,282 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.