BASIL


Meaning of BASIL in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ̈ɪˈbæzl ]

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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