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Caraway and Ajwain Definitions

Caraway

A biennial Eurasian herb (Carum carvi) in the parsley family, having finely divided leaves and clusters of small, white or pinkish flowers.

Ajwain

A plant in the family Apiaceae (Trachyspermum ammi), and its seed-like fruit, which is used (especially in South Asian cooking) for its thyme-like flavor.

Caraway

The seedlike fruit of this plant, widely used as a flavoring and seasoning in various foods. Also called caraway seed.

Caraway

A biennial plant, Carum carvi, native to Europe and Asia, mainly grown for its seed to be used as a culinary spice.

Caraway

The seed-like fruit of the caraway plant.
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Caraway

A cake or sweetmeat containing caraway seeds.

Caraway

A biennial plant of the Parsley family (Carum Carui). The seeds have an aromatic smell, and a warm, pungent taste. They are used in cookery and confectionery, and also in medicine as a carminative.

Caraway

A cake or sweetmeat containing caraway seeds.
Caraways, or biscuits, or some other [comfits].

Caraway

A Eurasian plant with small white flowers yielding caraway seed

Caraway

Leaves used sparingly in soups and stews
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