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poppy seed

American  

noun

  1. seed of the poppy plant, used as an ingredient or topping for breads, rolls, cakes, and cookies.

poppy seed British  

noun

  1. the small grey seeds of one type of poppy flower, used esp on loaves and as a cake filling

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Etymology

Origin of poppy seed

late Middle English word dating back to 1375–1425

Example Sentences

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If you sowed a patch of your garden with Poppy seed you would have the flowers growing there year after year.

From Wildflowers of the Farm by Cooke, Arthur Owens

Poppy seed used for cooking will often sprout.

From Gardening Without Irrigation: or without much, anyway by Solomon, Steve

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