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にんにく 大蒜
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Noun
1. garlic (Allium sativum)​Usually written using kana alone
Wikipedia definition
2. Garlic​Allium sativum, commonly known as garlic, is a species in the onion genus, Allium. Its close relatives include the onion, shallot, leek, chive, and rakkyo. Dating back over 6,000 years, garlic is native to central Asia, and has long been a staple in the Mediterranean region, as well as a frequent seasoning in Asia, Africa, and Europe. It was known to Ancient Egyptians, and has been used throughout its history for both culinary and medicinal purposes.
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Other forms
蒜 【にんにく】、葫 【にんにく】、ニンニク
Notes
大蒜: Rarely-used kanji form. 蒜: Rarely-used kanji form. 葫: Rarely-used kanji form.

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