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English noun: Ocimum basilicum

1. Ocimum basilicum (plant) 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


Synonymscommon basil, sweet basil


Broader (hypernym)basil


Part holonymbasil, sweet basil









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