Definitions

1. noun

the dried, unopened flower bud of a clove tree, used whole or ground as a spice, especially in cooking and as a mouth freshener

“The recipe called for a pinch of ground clove to add flavor to the stew.”

2. verb

to pierce or wound with a sharp point, especially in a sudden or violent manner

“The sharp point of the knife clove through the fabric.”

3. verb

to split or divide something, especially with a sharp instrument

“The axe clove the log in two.”