dill

noun

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Definition of dill

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1a : any of several plants of the carrot family especially : a European herb (Anethum graveolens) with aromatic foliage and seeds both of which are used in flavoring foods and especially pickles

b : the foliage of dill

2 : dill pickle

Dill

biographical name

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Definition of Dill (Entry 2 of 2)

Sir John Greer 1881–1944 British general

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Owner Jody LaSalle points out the basil, rosemary, crawling rosemary, chives, Mojito mint, tarragon, garlic, parsley, dill and thyme. — Denise Coffey, courant.com, "Baking The Best For NE CT Farmers Markets," 10 June 2019 Add the parsley and dill; pulse once or twice to incorporate. — Joe Yonan, Washington Post, "This dairy-free ranch dressing is primed for your summertime salads," 9 June 2019 In food processor, pulse scallions, parsley, cilantro, dill, tarragon, and 2 tablespoons oil until evenly and finely chopped. — The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, "Spring Herb Frittata," 2 May 2019 Transfer the asparagus to a platter, then scrape any remaining toasty crumbs from the sheet pan onto the top, then sprinkle with dill. — Ashley Rodriguez, Woman's Day, "Parmesan Roasted Asparagus," 10 Apr. 2019 Spoon on top of blini and sprinkle with additional dill. — The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, "Egg Salad Blini Bites," 8 Mar. 2019 Gorin keeps dried dill, basil, rosemary, cilantro, oregano, and parsley around for things like pasta, frittatas, salads, sandwiches, and more. — Audrey Bruno, SELF, "11 Spices Everyone Should Have in Their Pantry," 23 Mar. 2019 Vegan options include a rich beetroot broth infused with orange and dill, tasty bites like green and violet olives with hummus and walnut purée, as well as a satisfying range of farm-fresh and hearty salads. — Todd Plummer, Vogue, "There’s a Fresh Crop of Vegan Restaurants in Dublin," 15 Mar. 2019 In medium bowl, mix together sausage, parsley, dill, chive, and lemon zest. — The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, "Maple-Glazed Sausage Pops," 8 Mar. 2019

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dill

noun

English Language Learners Definition of dill

: an herb with leaves that are used in cooking and with seeds that are used in flavoring foods such as pickles

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Kids Definition of dill

: an herb that is related to the carrot plant and has fragrant leaves and seeds used in flavoring foods and especially pickles

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Medical Definition of dill

: any of several plants of the family Umbelliferae especially : a European herb (Anethum graveolens) with aromatic seeds and foliage that are used in flavoring foods and especially pickles