Carum carvi
Definition
Noun: - A Eurasian plant with small white flowers yielding caraway seed: Carum carvi is the scientific name for the biennial herb commonly known as caraway. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa, and is cultivated for its aromatic seeds, which are used as a spice.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The recipe calls for the distinct flavor of Carum carvi seeds.
- Farmers cultivate Carum carvi primarily for its fruit, which is dried and used as caraway seed.
Advanced Usage
- Botanical Context: In botanical and scientific writing, is used to precisely identify the species, distinguishing it from other plants in the Apiaceae family.
- The study focused on the essential oil composition of Carum carvi.
Variants and Related Words
- Caraway (n): The common name for the plant and especially for its seeds used as a spice.
- Caraway bread is flavored with the seeds of the Carum carvi plant.
Synonyms
- Caraway: The common name for the plant and its seeds.
- Meridian fennel: A less common alternative name.
Noun
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a Eurasian plant with small white flowers yielding caraway seed
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