cumin

/ˈkuːmɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a warm, aromatic spice made from the dried fruit of the Cuminum cyminum plant, used to flavor food, particularly in Mexican and Indian cuisine.

“The recipe called for a blend of cumin, chili powder, and garlic.”

2. verb

to sprinkle or season food with cumin.

“She cuminmed the chicken with a blend of spices before roasting it.”

Synonyms

  • caraway
  • dill

Antonyms

  • salt
  • sugar