Vanilla (Noun)
Meaning 1
A distinctive fragrant flavor characteristic of vanilla beans.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The ice cream's sweet aroma was dominated by the rich vanilla scent of the cream itself.
- Fresh berries were tossed with yogurt and a drizzle of honey infused with a hint of vanilla.
- The perfumer crafted a new fragrance that combined notes of jasmine, lavender, and vanilla.
- Her grandmother's famous sugar cookies had a subtle yet unmistakable hint of vanilla that made them irresistible.
- The coffee shop's signature latte featured a shot of espresso topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream flavored with pure vanilla.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
A flavoring prepared from vanilla beans macerated in alcohol (or imitating vanilla beans).
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 3
Any of numerous climbing plants of the genus Vanilla having fleshy leaves and clusters of large waxy highly fragrant white or green or topaz flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.