| 释义 |
all·spice
\ˈȯlˌspīs\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: so called from the belief that it combines the flavor of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves
1. : the berry of the allspice tree yielding a pungent and aromatic spice; also : the spice prepared from this berry
2. also allspice tree : a West Indian tree (Pimenta dioica) of the family Myrtaceae that yields allspice
3. : any of several aromatic shrubs: as
a. : carolina allspice
b. : japan allspice |