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juniper

[ˈdʒuːnɪpər]

juniper Definition

  • 1an evergreen shrub or small tree that bears berrylike cones, widely distributed throughout Eurasia and North America.
  • 2the aromatic wood of the juniper, burned as incense.

Using juniper: Examples

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

  • Example

    The berries of the juniper are used to flavor gin.

  • Example

    Juniper is a popular ornamental plant in gardens.

  • Example

    The scent of burning juniper filled the room.

juniper Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for juniper

Phrases with juniper

  • a small, dark purple berry used to flavor gin and other alcoholic beverages, and also used in cooking

    Example

    The chef added crushed juniper berries to the marinade for the venison.

  • an essential oil extracted from the berries or leaves of the juniper, used in perfumes and aromatherapy

    Example

    The spa uses juniper oil in their massages for its relaxing properties.

  • a tea made from the leaves or berries of the juniper, believed to have medicinal properties

    Example

    She drank juniper tea to help with her digestion.

Origins of juniper

from Latin 'juniperus', meaning 'juniper tree'

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Summary: juniper in Brief

Juniper [ˈdʒuːnɪpər] is an evergreen shrub or small tree that produces berrylike cones. It is widely distributed throughout Eurasia and North America and is used for flavoring gin and other alcoholic beverages. The aromatic wood of the juniper is burned as incense and is also a popular ornamental plant in gardens.