poppy seed

poppy seed

n. The very small black, slate-blue, or white oil-rich seed of an opium poppy, used especially in baked goods.

poppy seed

n (Cookery) the small grey seeds of one type of poppy flower, used esp on loaves and as a cake filling

pop′py seed`

n. seed of the poppy plant, used as an ingredient or topping for breads, rolls, etc. [1375–1425]

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poppy seed - small grey seed of a poppy flower; used whole or ground in baked itemsflavorer, flavoring, flavourer, flavouring, seasoning, seasoner - something added to food primarily for the savor it impartsopium poppy, Papaver somniferum - southwestern Asian herb with greyish leaves and white or reddish flowers; source of opium

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