Perilla
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pəˈɹɪl.ə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Perilla is a noun meaning 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.
Meaning
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.
Example Sentences
The smell of burnt flesh, which the perilla seeds couldn't wholly mask, pricked my nose.
Word Forms
- perillas
Synonyms for perilla
Depending on context, synonyms include shiso.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include shiso, parsley, beefsteak, perule, yampah, chervil.
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