BASIL


Meaning of BASIL in English

n. an aromatic herb of the genus Ocimum, esp. O. basilicum (in full sweet basil), whose leaves are used as a flavouring in savoury dishes.

[ ME f. OF basile f. med.L basilicus f. Gk basilikos royal ]

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