Alfalfa
/ælˈfælfə/noun
A nutritious forage plant widely cultivated for livestock feed.
Did you know?Alfalfa has been revered since ancient times, often associated with fertility and prosperity in various cultures, making it a key crop for manifestation rituals.
Etymological Timeline
Arabic
Arabic
الفافا (al-fāfā)
“A term referring to the plant, considered essential for livestock.”
Late Middle Ages
Spanish
alfalfa
“Borrowed from Arabic, used for the same nutritious plant.”
17th Century
Old Spanish
alfalfa
“Adopted for its agricultural significance in the Americas.”
Modern English
English
alfalfa
“Standardized term for the plant in contemporary English usage.”
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