nutmeg
/ˈnʌt.mɛɡ/
noun
- 1
An evergreen tree (Myristica fragrans) cultivated in the East Indies for its spicy seeds.
- 2
The aromatic seed of this tree, used as a spice.
- 3
A grey-brown colour.
- 4
The playing of the ball between the legs of an opponent.
verb
- 1
To flavour with nutmeg.
“She decided the eggnog was lacking in flavor, so she decided to nutmeg it heavily.”
- 2
To play the ball between the legs of (an opponent).
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