perilla Synonyms & Antonyms
pə-ˈri-lə
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Perilla as a Noun
1
any of a genus (Perilla) of Asian mints that have a bilabiate fruiting calyx and rugose nutlets
2
An East Asian herb with flavorful leaves used in cooking and as a garnish, Perilla frutescens. Also grown for the seeds, which contain an edible and industrially-useful oil.
Word Forms & Grammar
perilla
perillas
perilla (countable and uncountable, plural perillas)
Words That Rhyme With Perilla
Origin of Perilla
Origin 1: borrowed from New Latin, genus name, of unknown origin
Origin 2: Borrowed from taxonomic name Perilla.
First Known Use
1900
Perilla at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /pə-ˈri-lə/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Meaning | any of a genus (Perilla) of Asian mints that have a bilabiate fruiting calyx and rugose nutlets |
| Plural | perillas |
| First known use | 1900 |
Pronouncing Perilla
The standard pronunciation of perilla is /pə-ˈri-lə/, spoken in 3 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (ri).