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spice

UK/spais/US
B1

Definitions

n.

An aromatic or pungent plant substance used to flavor food; something that adds interest or excitement.

香料,调味品;情趣,趣味

v.

To add spice or seasoning to food; to make something more interesting or exciting.

给……加香料;使增添趣味

Root Breakdown

Native English
spiceother
=spice

Common Collocations

  • 1.spice trade香料贸易
  • 2.add spice增添情趣
  • 3.spice of life生活的调味品
  • 4.exotic spice异域香料

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She added a pinch of spice to the soup to enhance its flavor.

  • 2.

    Traveling to new places adds spice to an otherwise routine life.

  • 3.

    The spice trade was one of the main drivers of European exploration in the 15th century.

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