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Definition
Nutmeg (noun):
- Nutmeg is a spice made from the seed of the nutmeg tree (Myristica fragrans), a tropical evergreen tree native to Indonesia. The seed is dried and then grated or ground to produce a fine powder.
Example Sentences
- “The pumpkin pie recipe called for a pinch of nutmeg.”
- “She sprinkled a bit of nutmeg on top of her latte.”
- “As the cookies were baking, the aroma of nutmeg permeated the air.”
Notes
- Nutmeg typically has a warm, slightly sweet, and strongly nutty flavor.
- It’s widely used in a variety of dishes, including desserts, soups, sauces, and beverages such as coffee.
- The nutmeg tree produces two spices: nutmeg, which is the seed, and mace, which is the dried, lacy reddish covering of the seed.