释义 |
all·spice \ˈȯlˌspīs\ noun (-s) Etymology: so called from the belief that it combines the flavor of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves 1. : the berry of the allspice tree yielding a pungent and aromatic spice; also : the spice prepared from this berry 2. also allspice tree : a West Indian tree (Pimenta dioica) of the family Myrtaceae that yields allspice 3. : any of several aromatic shrubs: as a. : carolina allspice b. : japan allspice |