saffron
nounmasculine/ɐkɐˈfɾɐ̃w̃/low
a·ça·frão
Definition
Spice obtained from the dried stigmas of the Crocus sativus flower, with an intense yellow-orange colour and distinctive flavour, widely used in cooking.
Saffron is used to colour and flavour paella and risotto.
Saffron threads are hand-picked from the crocus flower.
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Etymology
Do árabe 'al-za'farān'.