caraway
1 synonym for caraway, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A biennial plant grown mainly for its seeds, which are used as a spice.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Persian cumin
How to use caraway
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
caraway seeds
caraway bread
caraway cake
a teaspoon of caraway
It is an everyday cooking word, neutral in tone.
Etymology
Caraway came into English from Middle English, which took it from Medieval Latin carui. That word came from Arabic, and reaches back through Aramaic to Ancient Greek.
Full origin of caraway →Frequently asked questions
What is caraway used for?
Its seeds are used as a culinary spice.
What is the scientific name of caraway?
The caraway plant is Carum carvi.
Where does caraway come from?
The plant is native to Europe and Asia.
