Trapa (Noun)
Meaning
Small genus of Eurasian aquatic perennial herbs: water chestnut.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The trapa plant has edible corms that can be eaten raw or cooked.
- Trapa natans is a species of water chestnut that is native to Europe and Asia.
- The trapa corms are rich in starch and can be used as a food source.
- In some Asian cultures, trapa is considered a delicacy and is served at special occasions.
- The trapa plant has a unique leaf structure that allows it to float on the surface of the water.