spice

/spaɪs/ · noun

Meaning

Aromatic or pungent plant matter (usually dried) used to season or flavour food.
Appeal, interest; an attribute that makes something appealing, interesting, or engaging.
A synthetic cannabinoid drug.
Sweets, candy.
Species; kind.
A characteristic touch or taste; smack; flavour.
To add spice or spices to; season.
To spice up.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

zest(English)spicery(English)spiciness(English)spice up(English)pepper(English)chili(English)chilli(English)herb(English)melange(English)wannabe(English)latte(English)cloves(English)

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Sources

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