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basil
This term refers to a specific culinary herb characterized by a pungent, sweet aroma. It is most frequently associated with Mediterranean cooking, particularly in the creation of pesto, where it serves as the primary flavor profile. The word carries a connotation of freshness and aromatic intensity.
As a mass noun referring to the plant material used in cooking, it is typically treated as uncountable. When referring to the plant as a biological species or individual potted plants, it can be used countably, though the uncountable usage is far more common in domestic and culinary contexts.
Meanings
Examples
Fresh basil is the key ingredient in a classic pesto.
I grow basil and mint in small pots on my windowsill.
Tear the basil leaves by hand to prevent them from bruising.
Some people believe that basil has antibacterial properties.
Some people believe that basil has antibacterial properties.
I love the combination of tomato, mozzarella, and basil.
I love the combination of tomato, mozzarella, and basil.
The garden is overgrown with wild basil this year.