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Spiced: meaning, definitions and examples

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spiced

 

[ spaɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

cooking flavor

Spiced refers to food that has been seasoned with various spices to enhance its flavor. This can include a wide range of spices such as cinnamon, cumin, coriander, and pepper. Spiced dishes are often more aromatic and flavorful, making them a favorite in many cuisines around the world. The use of spices can also contribute to the complex profile of a dish, creating layers of taste. People often enjoy exploring different spice combinations to discover new and exciting flavors.

Synonyms

aromatized, flavored, seasoned

Examples of usage

  • The spiced curry was a hit at the dinner party.
  • I prefer my hot chocolate to be spiced with cinnamon.
  • She made a spiced apple pie that everyone loved.
  • The restaurant is known for its spiced lentil soup.

Translations

Translations of the word "spiced" in other languages:

🇵🇹 temperado

🇮🇳 मसालेदार

🇩🇪 gewürzt

🇮🇩 berempah

🇺🇦 приправлений

🇵🇱 przyprawiony

🇯🇵 スパイスの効いた

🇫🇷 épicé

🇪🇸 especiado

🇹🇷 baharatlı

🇰🇷 향신료가 들어간

🇸🇦 متبل

🇨🇿 ochucený

🇸🇰 ochutený

🇨🇳 调味的

🇸🇮 začinjen

🇮🇸 kryddaður

🇰🇿 дәмдеуіштермен

🇬🇪 მოსახლებული

🇦🇿 ədviyyatlı

🇲🇽 especiado

Etymology

The word 'spiced' originates from the Old French 'espice', which in turn comes from the Latin 'species', meaning 'kind' or 'sort'. Historically, spices were highly valued, often traded along routes that spanned continents. In ancient times, civilizations in Asia and the Middle East discovered various spices and began to use them in cooking, medicine, and preservation of food. With the rise of exploration and the spice trade during the Middle Ages, many European countries sought to acquire these valuable commodities. This led to the establishment of trade routes and even colonial empires centered around the demand for spices. Today, the term 'spiced' encompasses a variety of culinary practices, representing a rich historical legacy tied to human culture and gastronomy.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,044, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.