fenugreek

noun

fenu·​greek ˈfen-yə-ˌgrēk 

: a leguminous annual Eurasian herb (Trigonella foenum-graecum) with aromatic seeds

also : its seeds

Examples of fenugreek in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Herbs that lower blood sugar: Some studies indicate that taking annatto extract with certain herbs, such as bitter melon, ginger, fenugreek, and willow bark, may increase the risk of hypoglycemia. —Devineé Lingo, M.s., Health, 21 Dec. 2024

Whisk yogurt in a large bowl, add the brown onion paste, salt, black salt, garam masala, fenugreek leaves powder and cumin powder and mix well. —Shivani Vora, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024

Studies have been inconclusive as to its effect on breastfeeding people and lactation, so as always consult with a medical provider about fenugreek use and safety.9 3. —Trang Tran, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 18 Oct. 2024

It’s sometimes combined with fenugreek and marketed for digestive support, although research supporting this use is limited. —Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 17 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English fenugrek, from Anglo-French fenugrec, from Latin fenum Graecum, literally, Greek hay

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

fenugreek

noun

fenu·​greek

variants also foenugreek

ˈfen-yə-ˌgrēk 

: a leguminous annual Asian herb (Trigonella foenumgraecum) with aromatic seeds used in making curry, imitation vanilla flavoring, and some veterinary medicines