dill
UK: dɪl | US: dɪl
n. 1. A fragrant herb (Anethum graveolens) of the parsley family, used in cooking and pickling.
n. 2. The seeds or leaves of this plant, used as a seasoning.
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"Dill" traces back to Old English dile or dylle, derived from Proto-Germanic dilja. Its deeper origins are uncertain but may link to a prehistoric root meaning "to soothe" (reflecting its historical medicinal uses). The word has remained structurally compact across Germanic languages (e.g., German Dill, Swedish dill), suggesting an ancient, unanalyzable form.
Fresh dill enhances the flavor of salmon.
She added a pinch of dill seeds to the pickle brine.
The garden smells of dill and fennel in summer.
Dill tea was traditionally used to calm indigestion.
The recipe calls for both chopped dill and its stems.