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usually uncountable, plural mustards
A plant of certain species of the genus Brassica, or of related genera (especially Sinapis alba, in the family Brassicaceae, with yellow flowers, and linear seed pods). examples
Powder or paste made from seeds of the mustard plant, and used as a condiment or a spice. examples
The leaves of the mustard plant, used as a salad. examples
Dark yellow colour, the colour of mustard. examples
One of a family of vesicants containing one or more 2-chloroethyl (C2H4Cl) groups, commonly used in chemical warfare and cancer chemotherapy. examples
The tomalley of a crab, which resembles the condiment. examples
not comparable
Of a dark yellow colour. quotations examples
Everything about her year-old restaurant, from the minimalist menu (about a dozen items) with refreshingly drivel-free descriptions to the decor (unadorned warm mustard walls, unclothed bistro tables), reflects her love of bringing people to the table for good, simple food that's not eclipsed by bells and whistles.
2007, Cincinnati Magazine, page 81