Nutmeg
['nʌtmeg] or ['nʌtmɛɡ]
Definition
(noun.) hard aromatic seed of the nutmeg tree used as spice when grated or ground.
(noun.) East Indian tree widely cultivated in the tropics for its aromatic seed; source of two spices: nutmeg and mace.
Typist: Waldo--From WordNet
Definition
(n.) The kernel of the fruit of the nutmeg tree (Myristica fragrans), a native of the Molucca Islands, but cultivated elsewhere in the tropics.
Typed by Anton
Definition
n. the aromatic kernel of an East Indian tree much used as a seasoning in cookery.—adj. Nut′megged; Nut′meggy.
Inputed by Angie
Unserious Contents or Definition
To dream of nutmegs, is a sign of prosperity, and pleasant journeyings.
Typist: Tabitha
Examples
- More like the noise of powdering a iron bar on a nutmeg-grater,' suggested Brittles. Charles Dickens. Oliver Twist.
- Not your sherry warm, with lemon-peel and nutmeg? Charles Dickens. Hard Times.
- The wine Mrs. Boultby insisted on mingling with hot water, and qualifying with sugar and nutmeg. Charlotte Bronte. Shirley.
- Extracts of lemon and vanilla are most frequently used; nutmeg, mace, cinnamon, etc. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- Where do you keep your nutmegs, Dinah? Harriet Beecher Stowe. Uncle Tom's Cabin.
Typed by Elroy