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fennel

 

[ หˆfษ›nษ™l ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

culinary herb

Fennel is a flowering plant species in the carrot family, known for its aromatic taste and feathery leaves. It is widely used in cooking for its distinct flavor, which resembles anise. Fennel can be consumed in various forms, including raw, cooked, and as a flavoring for dishes. The bulb, stalks, and fronds of fennel are all edible and contribute to its versatility in the kitchen.

Synonyms

anise, carrot, dill

Examples of usage

  • I added fennel to the salad for extra flavor.
  • The roasted fennel complemented the fish perfectly.
  • Fennel seeds are often used in spice blends.
  • We planted fennel in our herb garden this year.

Translations

Translations of the word "fennel" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น erva-doce

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅŒเค‚เคซ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Fenchel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ adas manis

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ะตะฝั…ะตะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ koper wล‚oski

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚งใƒณใƒใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fenouil

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hinojo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท rezene

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํšŒํ–ฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดู…ุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fenykl

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ fenikel

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่Œด้ฆ™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ feneh

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fenel

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะตะฝั…ะตะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒ”แƒœแƒฐแƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dษ™mirqabaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hinojo

Etymology

The word 'fennel' derives from the Old English 'fenol', which in turn comes from the Latin word 'foeniculum', a diminutive form of 'foenum', meaning 'hay' or 'grass'. This etymology reflects the plant's early association with grassy areas where it was commonly found. Fennel has been cultivated since ancient times, and its use as a food and medicinal plant dates back to ancient Egypt. The Greeks and Romans valued fennel not only for its culinary uses but also for its believed health benefits and use in traditional medicine. Over the centuries, fennel spread across Europe and into Asia and Africa, where it became a staple in various cuisines. Today, fennel is recognized both as a flavorful ingredient in cooking and for its numerous health benefits, further solidifying its place in culinary traditions worldwide.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,011, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.