cinnamon stick

noun

: a small roll or quill of dried cinnamon bark used as a spice

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Full-bodied varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, or Zinfandel work great here, gently heated with orange slices, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and star anise along with a touch of brandy or Cointreau and a bit of honey, agave, or maple syrup. Essence, 29 Sep. 2025 Add cinnamon sticks, and bring to a gentle boil over medium. Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025 Crimson Orchid Created by bartender Aaron Pavo at Tigress located at The Perry Hotel Naples, this bold yet elegant ode to autumn should be served chilled in a snifter and finished with a fragrant cinnamon stick. Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025 Reduce to a simmer over medium; stir in cloves and cinnamon stick. Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 29 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cinnamon stick

Word History

First Known Use

1616, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cinnamon stick was in 1616

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“Cinnamon stick.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cinnamon%20stick. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.

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