Cumin: meaning, definitions and examples
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cumin
[ หkjuห.mษชn ]
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:
๐ต๐น cominho
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคฐเคพเค
๐ฉ๐ช Kreuzkรผmmel
๐ฎ๐ฉ jintan
๐บ๐ฆ ะบัะผะธะฝ
๐ต๐ฑ kumin
๐ฏ๐ต ใฏใใณ
๐ซ๐ท cumin
๐ช๐ธ comino
๐น๐ท kimyon
๐ฐ๐ท ์ปค๋ฏผ
๐ธ๐ฆ ูู ูู
๐จ๐ฟ kmรญn
๐ธ๐ฐ kmรญn
๐จ๐ณ ๅญ็ถ
๐ธ๐ฎ kumina
๐ฎ๐ธ kรบmen
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะทะธััะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แแฃแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ kimyon
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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.
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