sweet basil

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun 1. A culinary herb : The common name for the plant Ocimum basilicum , an aromatic herb belonging to the mint family (Lamiaceae). It is one of the most important and widely used herbs in cooking. 2. The leaves of this plant : The fresh or dried green leaves of the sweet basil plant, prized for their distinctive, sweet, and slightly peppery aroma and flavor. Examples Noun (Plant)...