nutmeg Meaning & Definition
What Does Nutmeg Mean?
Nutmeg is a noun that means An evergreen tree (Myristica fragrans) cultivated in the East Indies for its spicy seeds. It is also used to mean The aromatic seed of this tree, used as a spice. The powdered seed, ready for use. A whole nutmeg seed. As a verb, it means To flavour with nutmeg.
Quick Facts About Nutmeg
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈnʌt.mɛɡ/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | myristica fragrans and nutmeg tree |
| Plural | nutmegs |
| Verb forms | nutmegs, nutmegging, nutmegged |
Nutmeg Definition (Noun)
- An evergreen tree (Myristica fragrans) cultivated in the East Indies for its spicy seeds.
- The aromatic seed of this tree, used as a spice. The powdered seed, ready for use. A whole nutmeg seed.
- The powdered seed, ready for use.
- A whole nutmeg seed.
- A small moth, Hadula trifolii, feeding on plants and native to the Northern Hemisphere.
- A grey-brown colour.
- The playing of the ball between the legs of an opponent.
Nutmeg as a Verb
- To flavour with nutmeg.
She decided the eggnog was lacking in flavor, so she decided to nutmeg it heavily.
- To play the ball between the legs of (an opponent).
Noun
- The aromatic seed of this tree, used as a spice.
Synonyms of Nutmeg
Nutmeg synonyms and antonyms →Nutmeg in a Sentence
She decided the eggnog was lacking in flavor, so she decided to nutmeg it heavily.
Word Forms & Grammar
nutmeg (countable and uncountable, plural nutmegs)
nutmeg (third-person singular simple present nutmegs, present participle nutmegging, simple past and past participle nutmegged)
Words That Rhyme With Nutmeg
Origin of Nutmeg
Origin 1: From Middle English notemege, notemuge, a partial translation of Medieval Latin nux muga, a variant of Medieval Latin nux muscata (“musky nut”). Compare also Old French nois mugede.
Origin 2: For the term used in various ball sports, see Wikipedia.
Nutmeg Pronunciation
The standard pronunciation of nutmeg is /ˈnʌt.mɛɡ/, spoken in 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (nʌt).
Frequently Asked Questions About Nutmeg
Is nutmeg a noun or a verb?
Nutmeg is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for nutmeg?
You can replace nutmeg with words such as myristica fragrans and nutmeg tree. See the full list of nutmeg synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of nutmeg?
The plural of nutmeg is nutmegs.
What is the past tense of nutmeg?
The past tense of nutmeg is nutmegged. The present participle is nutmegging.