poor man's pepper
"Poor man's pepper" refers to plants in the Lepidium genus, particularly used as a cheaper alternative to black pepper due to their peppery flavor.
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Definition
B2Botany
(common)A plant from the Lepidium genus, known for its peppery-tasting leaves.
Example
- Lepidium virginicum, also known as poor man's pepper, is often found in fields and roadsides.
B2Cooking
(informal)An herb used as a seasoning due to its mild peppery flavor, often as a substitute for black pepper.
Example
- She sprinkled poor man's pepper over the salad to give it a subtle kick.
Similar
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