nutmeg
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for nutmeg, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The aromatic seed of the nutmeg tree, ground and used as a spice.
Synonyms
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How to use nutmeg
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Etymology
From Middle English notemuge, a partial translation of Medieval Latin nux muscata, "musky nut".
Full origin of nutmeg →Frequently asked questions
What does “nutmeg” mean?
The word “nutmeg” means the aromatic seed of the nutmeg tree, ground and used as a spice. In plain terms, a warm cooking spice from a tropical tree, and in football slang, kicking the ball through someone's legs.
How do you pronounce “nutmeg”?
“Nutmeg” is pronounced NUHT-mehg (/ˈnʌt.mɛɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “nutmeg” in a sentence?
Here is “nutmeg” used in a sentence: “She grated fresh nutmeg over the eggnog.”
What part of speech is “nutmeg”?
Depending on how it is used, “nutmeg” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “nutmeg” come from?
The word “nutmeg” comes from Medieval Latin. From Middle English notemuge, a partial translation of Medieval Latin nux muscata, "musky nut".
How many meanings does “nutmeg” have?
“Nutmeg” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the aromatic seed of the nutmeg tree, ground and used as a spice.