What is another word for clove?

Pronunciation: [klˈə͡ʊv] (IPA)

Clove is a popular spice widely used in cooking, especially in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines. However, there are several synonyms for the word 'clove' that may be less familiar to people. Firstly, there is the term 'clavus' which refers to the unopened flower bud of the clove tree. Another synonym is 'dinde', which is a Creole term for clove. Additionally, clove can be referred to as 'lavanga' in Sanskrit or 'gulia' in Hindi. Clove has a distinct flavor and aroma that can be described as warm, sweet, and slightly bitter, making it a versatile spice used in a variety of dishes and products.

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Usage examples for Clove

Currant-juice, lemon-juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, or a suspicion of clove may be added to the syrup if the apples lack flavor.
"The Myrtle Reed Cook Book"
Myrtle Reed
Rub the salad bowl with the cut side of a clove of garlic, put in the salad, and pour over plenty of French dressing.
"The Myrtle Reed Cook Book"
Myrtle Reed
Every moment it increased in fury, while the sea got up its white-crested billows, hissing and roaring on either side as the ship clove her way through them.
"Won from the Waves"
W.H.G. Kingston

Famous quotes with Clove

  • If I saw Mr. Haughey buried at midnight at a crossroads, with a stake driven through his heart – politically speaking – I should continue to wear a clove of garlic round my neck, just in case.
    Conor Cruise O'Brien

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