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Definition of vicia
vicia
/ˈvɪs.i.ə/
vi · ci · a
Plural:vicias
vicia Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
13
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
Any plant of the large botanical genus Vicia in the legume family (Fabaceae), comprising the vetches and fava bean, native to temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and the Americas, characterized by pinnate leaves with tendrils and clusters of delicate pea-like flowers in shades of purple, blue, pink, white, or yellow.
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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vicia. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vicia