Meaning of the word lucerne in English

What does lucerne mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

lucerne

US /luːˈsɜːrn/
UK /luːˈsɜːn/

Noun

a leguminous plant with clover-like leaves and bluish-purple flowers, grown for forage

Example:
Farmers often plant lucerne to enrich the soil and feed livestock.
The fields were covered with green lucerne, ready for harvest.