allspice

noun

Meaning

A dried, brown berry from the Pimenta dioica tree, used as a spice that tastes like a blend of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.

Examples

  • Many Caribbean recipes rely on allspice to provide a deep, complex flavor to jerk seasoning.
  • She added a pinch of ground allspice to the mulled wine to enhance its spicy aroma.

Synonyms: spice, seasoning, pimento, aromatic