Cuminum
Definition
Noun 1. A plant of the parsley family: Cuminum is the genus name for a small annual herb, Cuminum cyminum, native to the eastern Mediterranean region and India. 2. The aromatic seeds of this plant: The term refers specifically to the dried, crescent-shaped seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant, which are used as a spice. These seeds are commonly known as cumin.
Usage
Cuminum is primarily a scientific or botanical term. In everyday English, the word cumin is almost always used instead. - The recipe calls for one teaspoon of ground cuminum. - Cuminum cyminum is cultivated for its flavorful seeds.
Examples
- Botanical Context: " is a member of the Apiaceae family."
- Culinary Context: "The distinct flavor of the dish comes from toasted seeds."
Advanced Usage
- Botanical Latin: The term is used in formal botanical and taxonomic classifications to identify the plant genus.
Variants and Related Words
- Cumin (n.): The common English name for the seeds of the plant. This is the standard term used in cooking and general conversation.
- Example: "Add a pinch of cumin to the curry."
- Cummin (n.): An archaic or less common spelling of "cumin".
Synonyms
- Cumin: The direct and most common synonym.
- Jeera: The Hindi name for cumin, often used in Indian cuisine contexts.
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