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juniper berry

/ˈdʒuːnɪpər ˌberi/

翻译: 杜松子,即杜松(刺柏)的球果,呈深紫黑色,主要用作调味香料,也是金酒的主要植物原料。

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/ˈdʒuːnɪpər ˌberi/B1formalculinary
  • zh杜松子,即杜松(刺柏)的球果,呈深紫黑色,主要用作调味香料,也是金酒的主要植物原料。

A small, dark purple berry-like cone from the juniper tree, used primarily as a spice to flavor foods and as the main botanical ingredient in gin.

  1. Spice and flavoring agentB2formal

    The small, dark blue berry-like cone from the juniper tree, used as a spice, especially to flavor gin and certain dishes.

    zh香料和调味剂

    • Juniper berries are a key ingredient in gin production.
    • The chef added crushed juniper berries to the venison stew.
    • You can find dried juniper berries in the spice aisle.
  2. Traditional remedyC1formal

    Used historically in herbal medicine for its diuretic and antiseptic properties.

    zh传统药物

    • In folk medicine, juniper berries were used to treat digestive issues.
    • Some people drink juniper berry tea for its cleansing effects.
    • The essential oil from juniper berries is used in aromatherapy.