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allspice Definition

all·spice (ôl′spīs′)

noun

  1. a West Indian tree (Pimenta dioica) of the myrtle family
  2. its berry
  3. the spice made from this berry: so called because its flavor seems to combine the tastes of several spices

allspice Usage Examples

Noun used with modifier

  • tsp: For the glaze: 1 tbsp English mustard; 1 level tsp ground allspice; 2.5 tbsp demerara sugar.
  • ground: For the glaze: 1 tbsp English mustard; 1 level tsp ground allspice; 2.5 tbsp demerara sugar.

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