[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:
late Middle English: from Old French basile, via medieval Latin from Greek basilikon, neuter of basilikos ‘royal’ (see basilica)