Satureia
Definition
- Noun:
- A genus of aromatic herbs: "Satureia" refers to a genus of plants in the mint family (Lamiaceae), commonly known as savory. The plants are characterized by their aromatic leaves and are often used in cooking and traditional medicine.
- The herb savory: The word can also refer specifically to the culinary herb produced by plants of this genus, used as a seasoning.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Satureia is a key ingredient in many traditional herb blends.
- The garden features several varieties of Satureia, including both summer and winter savory.
Advanced Usage
- Botanical context: In scientific or botanical writing, "Satureia" is used to classify and discuss species within this specific genus.
- The study focused on the essential oils extracted from Satureia montana.
Variants and Related Words
- Satureja: An alternative, more modern spelling for the same genus.
- Satureja hortensis is the scientific name for summer savory.
- Savory (n): The common English name for the herb from the genus.
- Add a pinch of savory to the bean soup.
Synonyms
- Savory: The common name for the herb.
- Aromatic herb: A general descriptive term.
Notes on Meaning
- The primary meaning of "satureia" is botanical, referring to the genus. Its use to mean the herb "savory" is a direct application of that botanical term to the common culinary product. It is a specialized term most often encountered in gardening, culinary, or scientific contexts rather than in everyday conversation.
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