Cardamom (Noun)
Meaning 1
Rhizomatous herb of India having aromatic seeds used as seasoning.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The sweet and spicy flavor of cardamom is a staple in many Indian desserts and drinks.
- Cardamom seeds are commonly used to flavor tea, coffee, and other beverages in Scandinavian countries.
- The aroma of cardamom wafted through the air as the vendor ground the seeds into a fine powder.
- In traditional Indian medicine, cardamom is used to aid digestion and relieve nausea.
- The recipe called for a pinch of ground cardamom to add depth and warmth to the sweet rice pudding.