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spices

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈspaɪsəz// UK //spˈaɪsɪz// spices

n. strong-smelling dried plant parts used to add flavor to food. You use spices like cumin or cinnamon to make dishes taste better.

n. dried seeds, fruits, roots, or barks used as condiments to impart pungent or aromatic flavor to food.


SIMPLE

She adds spices to the soup for extra flavor.

CONTEXTUAL

The chef mixed several spices to create a complex sauce for the chicken.

COMPLEX

Historical trade routes were largely defined by the high value of exotic spices in European markets.

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