Meaning of the word mustard in English

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

mustard

US /ˈmʌs.tɚd/

UK /ˈmʌs.tɚd/

a pungent yellow or brown paste made from the crushed seeds of certain plants, typically eaten with meat or other savory foods

Example:

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Would you like some mustard with your hot dog?

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She spread a thin layer of mustard on her sandwich.

Synonym:

condiment sauce

a plant of the cabbage family with yellow flowers, grown for its seeds which are used to make mustard and as a source of oil

Example:

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The farmer planted rows of mustard in the field.

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Mustard seeds are used in many culinary dishes.

a dull yellow color, like that of mustard

Example:

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The walls were painted a pale mustard.

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She wore a beautiful mustard dress.

Synonym:

yellowish-brown ochre

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