Spice ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Spice ( noun )

1. A strongly flavored or aromatic substance of vegetable origin, used to season or flavor food, such as pepper, cinnamon, or nutmeg.
2. A variety of aromatic or pungent vegetable substances used to flavor food, such as cloves, nutmeg, and pepper.
3. The quality of being interesting or exciting; added interest.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french espice, from latin species "goods, merchandise" (in medieval latin "spice").

Examples:

1. He added some spices to the stew to give it more flavor.
2. The chicken was cooked with a blend of spices.
3. She kept a collection of different spices in her kitchen.
4. A pinch of spice was added to give the dish a little more kick.
5. The spice of life is variety.

(As a verb)

Spice ( verb )

1. A strongly flavored or aromatic substance of vegetable origin, used to season or flavor food, such as pepper, cinnamon, or nutmeg.
2. A variety of aromatic or pungent vegetable substances used to flavor food, such as cloves, nutmeg, and pepper.
3. The quality of being interesting or exciting; added interest.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french espice, from latin species "goods, merchandise" (in medieval latin "spice").

Examples:

1. He added some spices to the stew to give it more flavor.
2. The chicken was cooked with a blend of spices.
3. She kept a collection of different spices in her kitchen.
4. A pinch of spice was added to give the dish a little more kick.
5. The spice of life is variety.