aniseed

4 ENTRIES FOUND:

ani·seed

noun \ˈa-nə(s)-ˌsēd\

Definition of ANISEED

: the seed of anise often used as a flavoring in liqueurs and in cooking

Origin of ANISEED

Middle English anis seed, from anis + seed
First Known Use: 14th century

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