HyperDic: sweet_basil

English > 2 senses of the expression sweet basil:
NOUNplantsweet basil, common basil, Ocimum basilicumannual or perennial of tropical Asia having spikes of small white flowers and aromatic leaves
foodsweet basil, basilleaves of the common basil
English > sweet basil: 2 senses > noun 1, plant
MeaningAnnual or perennial of tropical Asia having spikes of small white flowers and aromatic leaves; one of the most important culinary herbs; used in salads, casseroles, sauces and some liqueurs.
Synonymscommon basil, Ocimum basilicum
Partsbasil, sweet basilleaves of the common basil
BroaderbasilAny of several Old World tropical aromatic annual or perennial herbs of the genus Ocimum
English > sweet basil: 2 senses > noun 2, food
Meaningleaves of the common basil; used fresh or dried.
Synonymbasil
Part ofcommon basil, sweet basil, Ocimum basilicumAnnual or perennial of tropical Asia having spikes of small white flowers and aromatic leaves
Broaderherbaromatic potherb used in cookery for its savory qualities
Spanishalbahaca, ocimum basilicum
Catalanalfàbega, alfàbrega

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