Meaning & Definition of word "Dill"
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Dill
/dɪl/
noun:
- 1. A type of herb with feathery green leaves and yellow flowers, used as a seasoning.
- Example: I added dill to the cucumber salad for extra flavor.
- 2. The plant itself, which is often used in cooking.
- Example: She grew dill in her garden next to the tomatoes.
- 3. The dried leaves or seeds of the dill plant used as a spice.
- Example: The recipe calls for a teaspoon of dill to enhance the dish.
verb:
- 1. To take care of something in a trivial or foolish manner.
- Example: Stop dilling around and help me with the project!
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English 'dile', from Latin 'dilla', possibly from Greek 'dill' (dill).
Common Phrases and Expressions
dill pickle:
A type of pickled cucumber flavored with dill.
dill in the wind:
A phrase indicating confusion or lack of direction.
Related Words
fennel:
A flowering plant species in the carrot family, its seeds have a similar flavor.
caraway:
A plant with seeds that are used as a spice, resembling dill but with a distinctive flavor.
Slang Meanings of dill
Meaning: A foolish or silly person.
Example Sentence: Stop being a dill and pay attention.
Meaning: Someone who is overly naïve.
Example Sentence: He fell for that scam; what a dill!