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anise definition

an·ise (an′is)

noun

  1. a plant (Pimpinella anisum) of the umbel family, with small, white or yellow flowers
  2. its fragrant seed, used for flavoring and as a medicine for expelling intestinal gas

Etymology: ME & OFr anis < L anisum < Gr anison

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anise Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • include: These include anise, caraway, coriander, dill and fennel.

Adjective modifier

  • e.g.: Some ( e.g. star anise ) have poisoned babies.

Modifies a noun

  • oil: These authors also noted that star anise oil was strongly irritant when tested at a 1 % concentration.

Noun used with modifier

  • star: Use a coffee grinder to grind the star anise to a powder.
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