abelmosk
n. C2 Proficiency abel·mosk
n. a type of plant with a very strong, unpleasant smell. It is also the name of a specific plant that grows in the Mediterranean region.
n. a plant of the genus Abelmoschus, particularly the species A. esculentus, which is the source of okra. Often used to refer to the plant as a whole or the specific variety of okra.
The farmer grows abelmosk in his garden.
In many Mediterranean countries, abelmosk is a staple vegetable used in traditional stews and soups.
The cultivation of abelmosk requires a warm climate and well-drained soil, making it a challenging crop for northern European farmers to manage during the short growing season.
From New Latin abelmoschus, from Arabic حَبّ الْمِسْك (ḥabb al-misk, “pills of musk”).