nutmeg
English
/ˈnʌt.mɛɡ/
noun
Definitions
- An evergreen tree () cultivated in the East Indies for its spicy seeds.
- The aromatic seed of this tree, used as a spice.
- A grey-brown colour.
- (football) The playing of the ball between the legs of an opponent.
Etymology
Inherited from Middle English notemege derived from Latin nux muga, nux muscata.
Origin
Latin
nux muscata