anise

[US]/ˈænɪz/
[UK]/əˈnaɪz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.The fruit or plant of the anise plant, used as a spice and flavoring.; A sweet, licorice-flavored liquor.

Phrases & Collocations

anise oil

anise flavor

anise liqueur

anise seed

anise hyssop

anise star anise

anise flavoring

Example Sentences

anise is often used in chinese cuisine.

the licorice flavor of anise is distinctive.

anise oil has medicinal properties.

she added a pinch of anise to the stew.

anise is used in some alcoholic beverages.

the aroma of anise is quite strong.

anise can be found in many spice blends.

the taste of anise is both sweet and slightly bitter.

anise seeds are often used in baking.

the licorice flavor of anise is popular in some cultures.

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