garlic

/ˈɡɑːlɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

a plant with pungent-smelling leaves and flowers, especially the bulb used as a flavouring in cooking.

“She added crushed garlic to the sauce for extra flavour.”

2. verb

to flavour or season with garlic.

“The chef garliced the steak before grilling it.”

3. adjective

relating to or smelling of garlic.

“The pungent garlic flavour filled the kitchen.”

Synonyms

  • flavouring
  • herb
  • onion

Antonyms

  • bland
  • salt