basil
Translation
basil
Examples
I love the smell of fresh basil.
I love the smell of fresh basil.
Add some basil to the pasta sauce.
Add some basil to the pasta sauce.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable noun)) an aromatic herb This recipe calls for fresh basil.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (other herbs) oregano, parsley, mint
Etymology
From Greek 'basilikon', meaning 'royal', as it was considered a herb fit for a king.
Memory Tips
Imagine a king ('basileus' in Greek) wearing a crown of basil.