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comino

Pronunciation: [kəˈmiːnoʊ]

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Learn how to use comino in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “food”

(noun) Comino is a spice used in cooking. It is small, brown seeds that have a strong, warm flavor. People use it to make food taste better, especially in Mexican, Indian, and Middle Eastern dishes.

Example

I added comino to the chili, and it made it delicious!

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Without comino, the curry tasted bland and uninteresting.

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Do you think we should add comino to the recipe?

Context: “botany”

(noun) Comino also refers to the plant from which the spice comes. This plant grows about 1-2 feet tall and produces small white or pink flowers. The seeds are harvested to be used as a spice in cooking.

Example

The comino plant thrives in warm climates and is often found in gardens.

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The comino plant did not survive the winter frost in our garden.

Example

Can you identify the comino plant among the other herbs?

How to pronounce comino

Pronunciation: [kəˈmiːnoʊ]

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