arachis

/ˈærəkɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

The peanut, a legume native to South America, or the plant itself.

“The arachis is a valuable crop for many farmers in the region.”

2. noun

In botany, the genus of plants in the family Fabaceae that includes peanuts.

“Arachis hypogaea is the scientific name for the peanut plant.”

Synonyms

  • groundnut
  • peanut

Antonyms

  • pumpkin
  • sunflower