anise

[ˈænɪs]

anise Definition

• 1. a Mediterranean plant of the parsley family, cultivated for its aromatic seeds which are used in cooking and herbal medicine
• 2. the liquorice-flavored seeds of the anise plant, used in cooking and herbal medicine

Using anise: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "anise" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  Anise is commonly used to flavor baked goods and alcoholic drinks.

• Example

  The anise plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues.

• Example

  I added a pinch of anise to the soup for extra flavor.

anise Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for anise

• aniseed

Phrases with anise

• anise oil

  a highly concentrated essential oil extracted from the anise plant, used in aromatherapy and as a flavoring agent

  Example

  The anise oil gave the soap a refreshing scent.

• anise tea

  a tea made by steeping anise seeds in hot water, often used to soothe digestive issues

  Example

  I drank some anise tea to help with my upset stomach.

• anise-flavored liqueur

  a sweet, clear liqueur flavored with anise, such as ouzo or sambuca

  Example

  We enjoyed some anise-flavored liqueur after dinner.

Origins of anise

from Latin 'anisum', from Greek 'anison'

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Summary: anise in Brief

'Anise' [ˈænɪs] refers to a Mediterranean plant of the parsley family, cultivated for its aromatic seeds. These seeds, also known as aniseed, are commonly used in cooking and herbal medicine. Phrases like 'anise oil' and 'anise tea' use 'anise' to denote specific products made from the plant. 'Anise-flavored liqueur' refers to sweet, clear liqueurs flavored with anise, such as ouzo or sambuca.