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Cumin: meaning, definitions and examples

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cumin

 

[ หˆkjuห.mษชn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

spice, cooking

Cumin is a spice made from the dried seed of the Cuminum cyminum plant. It is commonly used in various cuisines around the world, lending a distinct earthy flavor to dishes. Cumin seeds can be used whole or ground into a powder.

Synonyms

cumin seed, jeera

Examples of usage

  • I added cumin to the chili for extra flavor.
  • The recipe calls for ground cumin and coriander.
  • Cumin is a key ingredient in many Indian curries.
  • You can sprinkle some cumin on roasted vegetables.
  • Using cumin in marinades enhances the taste of meats.

Translations

Translations of the word "cumin" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cominho

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเฅ€เคฐเคพเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kreuzkรผmmel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ jintan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบัƒะผะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kumin

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฏใƒŸใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cumin

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ comino

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kimyon

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ปค๋ฏผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒู…ูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kmรญn

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kmรญn

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅญœ็„ถ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kumina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kรบmen

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะทะธั€ัะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒฃแƒ›แƒ˜แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kimyon

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ comino

Etymology

The word 'cumin' traces back to the Latin term 'cuminum', which in turn comes from the Greek word 'kyminon'. This Greek term is thought to derive from a Semitic origin, possibly the Hebrew 'kmin' or Arabic 'kamลซn', indicating its long history of use in various cultures and traditions for thousands of years. Cumin seeds have been found in ancient Egyptian tombs, and it has been used in cooking as well as in traditional medicine. Known for its distinctive aroma and nutty, peppery flavor, cumin has gained popularity in dishes from many regions, including Middle Eastern, Indian, and Mexican cuisines. Its health benefits, such as aiding digestion and having antioxidant properties, have also contributed to its ongoing use in modern culinary practices.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,644, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.