| Caraway | n. [ F. carvi (cf. Sp. carvi and al-caravea, al-carahueya, Pg. al-caravia) fr. Ar. karawīā, karwīā fr. Gr. ka`ron; cf. L. careum. ] 1. (Bot.) A biennial plant of the Parsley family (Carum Carui). The seeds have an aromatic smell, and a warm, pungent taste. They are used in cookery and confectionery, and also in medicine as a carminative. [ 1913 Webster ] 2. A cake or sweetmeat containing caraway seeds. [ 1913 Webster ] Caraways, or biscuits, or some other [ comfits ]. Cogan. [ 1913 Webster ] |
