mint
nounfeminine/ˈmẽtɐ/medium
men·ta
Definition
An aromatic plant of the Lamiaceae family, with green leaves and a characteristic scent, used in cooking, teas, and hygiene products.
She grows mint in her garden for cooking.
Mint tea is very refreshing.
Common collocations
mint leavesmint teamint oilmint flavor
Idiomatic expressions
- in mint condition (in perfect condition)
- mint julep (a cocktail)
- mint sauce
Etymology
Do latim 'mentha', do grego 'míntha'.