nutmegs

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun East Indian tree widely cultivated in the tropics for its aromatic seed; source of two spices: nutmeg and mace
  2. noun hard aromatic seed of the nutmeg tree used as spice when grated or ground

Synonyms

nutmeg, nutmeg tree, Myristica fragrans

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