미국 남서부와 멕시코의 건조 지역에서 자라는 콩과의 가시 돋친 나무 또는 관목으로, 깊은 뿌리와 식용 꼬투리가 특징이다.
A spiny tree or shrub of the pea family, native to arid regions of the southwestern US and Mexico, known for its deep roots and edible pods.
예문:
"The deep roots of the mesquite allow it to survive in extremely arid environments."
"Native tribes traditionally ground mesquite pods into a nutritious flour."
바비큐 연료나 그릴 요리의 풍미를 더하기 위해 훈연재로 사용되는 메스키트 나무의 목재.
The wood of the mesquite tree, used especially as fuel for smoking or grilling food to impart a distinct smoky flavor.
예문:
"He added some mesquite chips to the charcoal to give the chicken a bold, smoky taste."
"Mesquite-grilled salmon is one of the most popular items on the restaurant's menu."