Basil Definition & Meaning
basil
- noun
- any of several Old World tropical aromatic annual or perennial herbs of the genus Ocimum
- (Roman Catholic Church) the bishop of Caesarea who defended the Roman Catholic Church against the heresies of the 4th century; a saint and Doctor of the Church (329-379)
- leaves of the common basil; used fresh or dried
"Basil" in song lyrics
See how basil is used in real songs:
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"With roasted garlic and basil"
Edan — Beautiful Food -
"Yo, seen it all scenery, post-war poison taste basil"
Inspectah Deck f/ Planet Asia, Termanology — Serious Rappin' -
"Olive oil and fried tomatoes and basil"
RZA f/ Allah Real, Daddy-O, Division — Wherever I Go
Words that rhyme with basil
Usage tips for "basil"
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