Vanilla Definition & Meaning
vanilla
- adjective
- flavored with vanilla extract; "he liked vanilla ice cream"
- plain and without any extras or adornments; "the most common type of bond is the straight or plain vanilla bond"; "the basic car is known as the vanilla version"
- noun
- any of numerous climbing plants of the genus Vanilla having fleshy leaves and clusters of large waxy highly fragrant white or green or topaz flowers
- a flavoring prepared from vanilla beans macerated in alcohol (or imitating vanilla beans)
- a distinctive fragrant flavor characteristic of vanilla beans
"Vanilla" in song lyrics
See how vanilla is used in real songs:
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"Do you doubt the shade of vanilla?"
3rd Bass — Brooklyn-Queens -
"As long as the Puddin's sweet, I like it chocolate or vanilla"
69 Boyz — Puddin Tame * -
"A duck named Vanilla"
A.L.T. and The Lost Civilization — I'm Flippin'
Words that rhyme with vanilla
Usage tips for "vanilla"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "vanilla" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for vanilla to find words that pair well.