Definition of Sweet basil

1. Noun. Annual or perennial of tropical Asia having spikes of small white flowers and aromatic leaves; one of the most important culinary herbs; used in salads, casseroles, sauces and some liqueurs.

Exact synonyms: Common Basil, Ocimum Basilicum
Terms within: Basil
Generic synonyms: Basil

2. Noun. Leaves of the common basil; used fresh or dried.
Exact synonyms: Basil
Generic synonyms: Herb
Group relationships: Common Basil, Ocimum Basilicum

Definition of Sweet basil

1. Noun. (plant) an herb used for seasoning (qualifier Ocimum basilicum) ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Sweet Basil

sweet F A
sweet Fanny Adams
sweet Jesus
sweet Mary
sweet Mary mother of God
sweet William
sweet acacia
sweet action
sweet alison
sweet almond
sweet almond oil
sweet alyssum
sweet as a nut
sweet as pie
sweet balm
sweet basil (current term)
sweet bay
sweet bells
sweet birch
sweet bread
sweet buckeye
sweet calabash
sweet calamus
sweet cheeks
sweet cherry
sweet chestnut
sweet cicely
sweet cider
sweet ciders

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