01 prop. n. A genus of plants embracing several species and varieties differing much in appearance and qualities: such as the common cabbage (Brassica …
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A genus of plants embracing several species and varieties differing much in appearance and qualities: such as the common cabbage (Brassica oleracea), broccoli, cauliflowers, etc.; the wild turnip (Brassica campestris); the common turnip (Brassica rapa); the rape or coleseed (Brassica napus), etc.(Bot.)