allspice
the dried, unripe berries of an aromatic tropical American tree, Pimenta dioica, used whole or ground as a spice.
the tree itself.
Origin of allspice
1- Also called pimento.
Words Nearby allspice
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How to use allspice in a sentence
Reduce to a simmer and add the cinnamon stick, allspice and nutmeg.
One-half teaspoonful each of cinnamon, allspice and cloves may be added.
A Little Preserving Book for a Little Girl | Amy WatermanThe principal varieties used in cakes are cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice.
Woman's Institute Library of Cookery, Vol. 4 | Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and SciencesIf you like a spicy flavor try two or three cloves, or allspice, or bay leaves.
My Pet Recipes, Tried and True | VariousOne quart good vinegar, six cups brown or maple sugar, one teaspoonful each cloves, cinnamon and allspice.
My Pet Recipes, Tried and True | Various
If I can but humbug allspice out of a few thousands, and marry his daughter, I shall cut a gay figure, and make a splash yet.
British Dictionary definitions for allspice
/ (ˈɔːlˌspaɪs) /
a tropical American myrtaceous tree, Pimenta officinalis, having small white flowers and aromatic berries
the whole or powdered seeds of this berry used as a spice, having a flavour said to resemble a mixture of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg
- Also called: pimento, Jamaica pepper
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