sweet anise
The term "sweet anise" can refer to two different plants with similar flavor profiles, often used in cooking and medicinal contexts.
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Definition
B2Culinary
(common)A vegetable, also known as fennel, used in various dishes for its sweet, licorice-like flavor.
Example
- She added chopped sweet anise to the salad for extra flavor.
C1Botany
(technical)A plant cultivated for its aromatic seeds, which are used for flavoring and medicinal purposes.
Example
- Sweet anise is often grown for its seeds, which are used in baking and herbal remedies.
Similar
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