mint (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /mɪnt/
Definition
A plant with a strong, fresh smell, used for flavoring food and drinks, or the leaves of this plant.
Examples
The garden had a small patch of mint growing near the fence.
Add a sprig of mint to garnish the dessert.
The refreshing taste of mint is often associated with toothpaste.
How to Use mint
- mint condition (collocation)
- Perfect or as-new condition. — "The collector bought the rare stamp in mint condition."
- mint tea (collocation)
- Tea flavored with mint. — "After dinner, he enjoyed a soothing cup of mint tea."
- mint flavor (collocation)
- The taste characteristic of mint. — "This toothpaste has a strong mint flavor."
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