Peppermint
['pepəmɪnt] or ['pɛpɚmɪnt]
Definition
(noun.) a candy flavored with peppermint oil.
(noun.) herb with downy leaves and small purple or white flowers that yields a pungent oil used as a flavoring.
Edited by Bryan--From WordNet
Definition
(n.) An aromatic and pungent plant of the genus Mentha (M. piperita), much used in medicine and confectionery.
(n.) A volatile oil (oil of peppermint) distilled from the fresh herb; also, a well-known essence or spirit (essence of peppermint) obtained from it.
(n.) A lozenge of sugar flavored with peppermint.
Typist: Tito
Unserious Contents or Definition
To dream of peppermint, denotes pleasant entertainments and interesting affairs. To see it growing, denotes that you will participate in some pleasure in which there will be a dash of romance. To enjoy drinks in which there is an effusion of peppermint, denotes that you will enjoy assignations with some attractive and fascinating person. To a young woman, this dream warns her against seductive pleasures.
Checker: Maryann
Examples
- Rub the solids in a mortar until they liquefy, then add the oil of peppermint. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- Peppermint, spearmint and other oils used are triply distilled and absolutely free of all impurities. Various. The Wonder Book of Knowledge.
- Very good,' said that gentleman, sipping his peppermint; 'I'll call at Sowerberry's as I go home, and tell him to send to-morrow morning. Charles Dickens. Oliver Twist.
- Peppermint,' exclaimed Mrs. Corney, in a faint voice, smiling gently on the beadle as she spoke. Charles Dickens. Oliver Twist.
Typist: Sonia