Heres the requested information on "moong":
1. Parts of Speech: Noun
2. Definitions:
- A type of small, green legume that is commonly used in Indian cuisine.
- The seeds of the moong plant, which are commonly used in cooking.
3. Pronunciations:
- US: /muːŋ/
- UK: /muːŋ/
4. Origin and Usage: The moong plant is native to India and has been cultivated for thousands of years. Moong beans are commonly used in Indian cuisine, particularly in dals and curries. They are also used in other Asian cuisines and are sometimes used as a sprout.
5. Synonyms: Mung bean, green gram
6. Related Words: Lentil, chickpea, kidney, fava, black
7. Example Sentences:
- She made a delicious moong dal for dinner.
- He bought a bag of moong beans to use in his cooking.
- Moong sprouts are a healthy addition to salads.