basil
/ËbĂŚz.Él/
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Simple Meaning
a green plant with a strong smell, used as a herb in cooking, especially in Italian food.
When to Use
đŹDaily Conversationâď¸Travel English
Elementary â simple everyday language
Examples in Conversation
âCould you pick some fresh basil from the garden for the pasta sauce?â
âI love putting basil on my pizza â it adds so much flavor.â
Learning Path
âśFull Definition
A plant (Ocimum basilicum).
Related Words
Synonyms:
herbseasoning
Word Family:
basils