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fenouil

fennel

noun feh-NOO-ee Rare
Food & Drink Vegetables

Origin: Latin 'feniculum' (little hay)

Usage Note

Fenouil is the aromatic plant prized in French and Mediterranean cooking for its anise-like flavor. Both the bulb (le bulbe de fenouil) and the feathery fronds (les fanes) are used in recipes. It is a key ingredient in bouillabaisse and pairs well with fish.

Examples

"Elle a ajouté du fenouil dans la soupe de poisson."

Natural Translation

She added fennel to the fish soup.

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