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[ˈbazl], (Noun)
Definitions:
- an aromatic plant of the mint family, native to tropical Asia. The leaves are used as a culinary herb, especially in Mediterranean dishes
(e.g: garnish the baked pizza with fresh basil)
- a European plant which grows in hedges and scrub
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Origin
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late Middle English: from Old French basile, via medieval Latin from Greek basilikon, neuter of basilikos ‘royal’ (see basilica)
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