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basil

/ˈbæz.əl/
A2 · Elementary★★★☆☆
noun

Simple Meaning

a green plant with a strong smell, used as a herb in cooking, especially in Italian food.

When to Use

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Elementary — simple everyday language

Examples in Conversation

“Could you pick some fresh basil from the garden for the pasta sauce?”

“I love putting basil on my pizza — it adds so much flavor.”

▶Full Definition

A plant (Ocimum basilicum).

Related Words

Synonyms:
herbseasoning
Word Family:
basils

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