costmary

(noun)

noun

1. tansy-scented Eurasian perennial herb with buttonlike yellow flowers; used as potherb or salad green and sometimes for potpourri or tea or flavoring; sometimes placed in genus Chrysanthemum

Similar word(s): alecost

Definition categories: plant, herb

2. leaves used sparingly (because of bitter overtones) in sauces and soups and stuffings

Definition categories: food, herb