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Definition of alfalfa sprout

alfalfa sprout

Plural:alfalfa sprouts
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alfalfa sprout Lexical Profile

• noun

1

The young, edible germinated shoot of the alfalfa plant, commonly eaten raw in salads, sandwiches, and wraps for its crisp texture and mild, nutty flavor.

Example

"The cafe serves a popular vegetarian wrap filled with hummus, cucumber, and fresh alfalfa sprouts."

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Word Origin & Etymology

A compound of 'alfalfa', from Spanish via Arabic 'al-fiṣfiṣa' (fresh fodder), and 'sprout', from Old English 'sprutan' (to shoot forth or germinate).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Alfalfa sprout. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/alfalfa sprout
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