Mangold-wurzel (Noun)
Meaning
Beet with a large yellowish root; grown chiefly as cattle feed.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The mangold-wurzel was a staple crop for the local farmers who used it to feed their livestock during the harsh winter months.
- Mangold-wurzel was a common sight in the fields surrounding the village, its large yellowish roots a testament to its hardiness.
- After the harvest, the mangold-wurzel was collected and stored in large piles to be used as cattle feed throughout the year.
- The farmer carefully planted the mangold-wurzel seeds in the fertile soil, knowing that they would provide a bountiful crop for his animals.
- In the 19th century, mangold-wurzel was widely cultivated in Europe as a nutritious feed for cattle and other livestock.