common fennel
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Definition
Noun 1. A plant (Foeniculum vulgare) cultivated for its aromatic leaves and seeds, used as a seasoning. * This is the primary meaning, referring to the herb itself. It is a tall, hardy perennial with feathery leaves and yellow flowers. 2. The aromatic, anise-flavored leaves and seeds of this plant, used in cooking. * This meaning refers to the parts of the plant that are used as a culinary herb and spice.
Usage Examples
- Noun (Plant):
- I planted common fennel in my herb garden.
- Common fennel grows wild along the coast.
- Noun (Herb/Spice):
- The recipe calls for a teaspoon of chopped common fennel leaves.
- The sausage is flavored with common fennel seeds.
Advanced Usage
- Botanical Distinction: In botanical and culinary contexts, "common fennel" is often specified to distinguish it from "Florence fennel" ( var. ), which is cultivated for its edible bulbous stem base.
- For this stew, use the seeds of common fennel, not the bulb of Florence fennel.
Variants and Related Words
- Fennel (n): The more common, general term for the plant. "Common fennel" is a specific type.
- Foeniculum vulgare (n): The scientific/Latin name for the species.
- Herb fennel (n): Another name used to distinguish it from Florence fennel.
Synonyms
- Fennel (general term)
- Herb fennel
- Wild fennel (when referring to uncultivated plants)
Related Phrases
- Fennel seed (n): Specifically the dried seed of the common fennel plant, used as a spice.
- She chewed fennel seeds after the meal.
- Fennel fronds (n): The delicate, feathery leaves of the fennel plant, used as an herb.
- Garnish the fish with fresh fennel fronds.
Noun
- leaves used for seasoning
- strongly aromatic with a smell of aniseed; leaves and seeds used for seasoning