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spice
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- pronunciation:
- spaIs
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a plant substance with a quite unique smell or taste. Spices are used to flavor food and drink.
Pepper and cinnamon are two common spices.
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| definition 2: |
that which adds excitement or interest.
Danger added spice to the adventure. |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
spices, spicing, spiced |
| definition 1: |
to use spice in or on.
We spiced the soup with a bit of pepper.- similar words:
- flavor
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| definition 2: |
to add flavor or interest to.
She spiced up her dull outfit with a colorful hat.- similar words:
- flavor
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| related words: |
season |
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