Definition for Spice (-s, -'s)

spice (-s, -'s), n. [Fr. epice; It. spezie; Sp. especia.] (webplay: small).

  1. Secretion; fragrant oil; nectar from the petal of a flower to attract insects and birds; aromatic substance; flavor.
  2. Piquant object; thing of interest; [fig.] flower.
  3. Something that entices; article providing zest.
  4. Fragrant vegetable production.
  5. [Fig.] Poignant feelings. 1546 Some spice's mutiny

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