alpist Meaning & Definition
What Does Alpist Mean?
As a noun, alpist means A seed of canary grass. It can also mean A seed of any variety of Phleum.
Alpist Definition (Noun)
- A seed of canary grass.
- A seed of any variety of Phleum.
Synonyms of Alpist
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Alpist synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
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Origin of Alpist
Spanish ‘’Alpiste’’, from the Mozarabic word, ‘’al-bisht’’ the alpist, from ‘’al-‘’, Arabic the + bisht alpist, from Medieval Latin ‘’pistum’’, from Latin, ‘’neuter of pistus’’, past participle of ‘’pinsere’’, (to pound, crush)