nutmeg
noun/ˈnʌtmɛɡ/
Frequency rank: #12,547 most common English word
Meaning
A spice made from the seed of a tropical tree, used to add warm, slightly sweet flavor to food and drinks.
Example sentence
She added nutmeg to the warm milk to give it a cozy, spiced flavor.
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