Vanilla ( noun , adjective )

(As a noun)

Vanilla ( noun )

1. A tropical, climbing orchid, Vanilla planifolia, which is cultivated for its sweet, fragrant pods.
2. A flavoring extracted from the pods of this orchid, used in cooking and confectionery.
3. A pale yellowish-white color.

Origin:

Late middle english, from latin vanillae, from french vanille, from spanish vainilla, from diminutive of vaina "sheath".

Examples:

1. Vanilla is the most popular ice cream flavor in the United States.
2. I added a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cake batter.
3. The walls were painted a pale vanilla color.
4. Vanilla is a key ingredient in many perfumes.
5. Vanilla is a plant that is native to Mexico.

(As an adjective)

Vanilla ( adjective )

1. A tropical, climbing orchid, Vanilla planifolia, which is cultivated for its sweet, fragrant pods.
2. A flavoring extracted from the pods of this orchid, used in cooking and confectionery.
3. A pale yellowish-white color.

Origin:

Late middle english, from latin vanillae, from french vanille, from spanish vainilla, from diminutive of vaina "sheath".

Examples:

1. Vanilla is the most popular ice cream flavor in the United States.
2. I added a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cake batter.
3. The walls were painted a pale vanilla color.
4. Vanilla is a key ingredient in many perfumes.
5. Vanilla is a plant that is native to Mexico.