Ervils

/ˈɜːrvɪlz/ noun

Definition

Plural of ervil; multiple legume plants or seeds of the ervil type.

Etymology

Standard English plural of ervil, formed by adding -s to the singular form. Maintains the Medieval Latin root while following modern English pluralization patterns.

Kelly Says

Archaeological evidence shows ervils were cultivated across medieval Europe—finding their seeds in ancient grain storage tells us exactly what medieval diets looked like and how people survived harsh winters.

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