aniseed

• Существительное, обозначающее семена аниса со вкусом лакрицы, используемые в кулинарии, фитотерапии и производстве некоторых ликёров.

A noun referring to the liquorice-flavored seeds of the anise plant, used in cooking, herbal medicine, and the production of certain liquors.

1. Liquorice-flavored seedsB1formalculinary

   The small, aromatic seeds of the anise plant, used for their sweet, liquorice-like flavor in cooking, baking, and beverages.

   Семена аниса

   • She added a pinch of aniseed to the biscuit dough for extra flavor.
   • Aniseed is a common ingredient in many herbal teas.
   • The traditional Italian biscotti are often flavored with aniseed.

   Синонимыaniseanise seed

2. Medicinal useB2formalmedical

   The seeds used in traditional medicine to aid digestion, relieve coughs, and soothe stomach discomfort.

   Лекарственное применение

   • Aniseed tea is often recommended for indigestion.
   • He chewed aniseed to freshen his breath and calm his stomach.
   • In some cultures, aniseed is used as a natural remedy for colic.

   Синонимыaniseanise seed

3. Flavoring in liquorsB2formalculinary

   The seeds used to impart a distinctive liquorice flavor to alcoholic beverages such as ouzo, pastis, and absinthe.

   Анис

   • Ouzo gets its characteristic taste from aniseed.
   • The distillery uses aniseed to create a unique herbal liqueur.
   • Aniseed is a key ingredient in many Mediterranean spirits.

   Синонимыaniseanise seed