basi̇l

Definition of basi̇l in English English dictionary
Basil: A male given name, in quiet but steady use in the UK
Nonsense. I'm sure he can't have grey hair with such a pretty name as that. Basil Brooke, Basil Brooke, and May chanted the name over and over in her girlish, musical voice. It sounds like all sorts of pleasant pictures. - -.
basil: A plant (Ocimum basilicum)
basil: The leaves of this plant used as a herb
basil: {n} the sloping of a tool, or angle at the edge
basil: {n} a genius of aromatic plants
basil: {v} to grind a tool to an angle
Basil: derived from an early saint, in quiet but steady use in the UK
basil: {i} type of aromatic herb used in cooking
basil: stands for good wishes You will need good wishes ( or some row cover) to keep the bugs from enjoying the basil before you do
basil: The skin of a sheep tanned with bark
basil: The name is also given to several kinds of mountain mint (Pycnanthemum)
basil: - Sweet basil, to Italians, is a symbol of love What most of us love is basil's pungent, spicy-clove flavor and aroma No other herb stands out quite like basil for its aroma Shred its leaves and the pungent smell fills the air, and it has a flavor to match
basil: Native to India, it has long been a mainstay in Italian cooking Its leaves have a spicy smell and flavor that work well in everything from seafood cocktails and soups to stews and other meat dishes
basil: Tulsi Herb
basil: leaves or the common basil; used fresh or dried (Roman Catholic Church) the bishop of Caesarea who defended the Church against the heresies of the 4th century; a saint and Doctor of the Church (329-379) any of several Old World tropical aromatic annual or perennial herbs of the genus Ocimum
basil: The slope or angle to which the cutting edge of a tool, as a plane, is ground
basil: Give me your good wishes
basil: Soothes and tones Use sparingly
basil: To grind or form the edge of to an angle
basil: leaves or the common basil; used fresh or dried
basil: The name given to several aromatic herbs of the Mint family, but chiefly to the common or sweet basil (Ocymum basilicum), and the bush basil, or lesser basil (O
basil: A member of the mint family, basil has a flavor similar to bay leaves and oregano, and somewhat minty It can usually be found fresh or dried Fresh basil is used to make pesto
basil: (Roman Catholic Church) the bishop of Caesarea who defended the Church against the heresies of the 4th century; a saint and Doctor of the Church (329-379)
basil: An herb with a pungent flavor described as a cross between licorice and cloves The ancient Greeks called this member of the mint family the "royal herb " Most varieties have green leaves, but one variety, the opal basil, is purple
basil: Basil is a strong-smelling and strong-tasting herb that is used in cooking, especially with tomatoes. known as Basil Bulgaroctonus ("Slayer of the Bulgars") born 957/958 died Dec. 15, 1025 Byzantine emperor (976-1025). Crowned coemperor with his brother in 960, he had to exile the grand chamberlain (985) and defeat rival generals (989) in order to gain the authority to rule. Basil became one of the strongest Byzantine emperors, winning territory in the Balkans, Mesopotamia, Armenia, and Georgia. He was noted for his victory (1014) in the war with Bulgaria, which ended with his blinding all the soldiers in the defeated Bulgarian army. He increased his domestic authority by attacking the landed interests of the military aristocracy and of the church. Because Basil left no able successor, the gains of his rule were soon undone. known as Basil the Macedonian born 826/835, Thrace died Aug. 29, 886 Byzantine emperor (867-86) and founder of the Macedonian dynasty. Born into a peasant family in Macedonia, he won employment in official circles in Constantinople and was made chamberlain by the reigning emperor, Michael III. He became coemperor with Michael in 866 and murdered him the next year. Basil won victories against Muslim forces along the eastern borders of Asia Minor and asserted control over Slavs in the Balkans. He gained ground in southern Italy but lost Syracuse (878) and other key cities in Sicily to the Muslims. He also formulated the Greek legal code known as the Basilica. In later life Basil showed signs of madness. Herb consisting of the dried leaves of Ocimum basilicum, an annual herb of the mint family, native to India and Iran. The dried large-leaf varieties have a fragrant aroma faintly reminiscent of anise, with a warm, sweet, aromatic, mildly pungent flavour. The dried leaves of common basil are less fragrant and more pungent. Basil is widely grown as a kitchen herb. Tea made from basil leaves is a stimulant. The heart-shaped basil leaf is a symbol of love in Italy. Basil II Basil Bulgaroctonus Basil I Basil the Macedonian Basil the Great Saint Liddell Hart Sir Basil Henry Rathbone Philip St. John Basil Saint Basil the Blessed
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basil: any of several Old World tropical aromatic annual or perennial herbs of the genus Ocimum
basil: minimum, the leaves of which are used in cookery
basil: Type: Herb (fresh leaves, or dried and crumbled) Description: Most varieties have green leaves Member of the mint family Flavor: Sweet clove-like flavor, pungent Uses: Chicken, eggs, fish, pasta, tomatoes, Italian and Mediterranean recipes
basil: ocimum baslicum a breads, pasta, salads, all meats, vegetables, eggs f, d, frozen
basil balm: A perennial herb, Monarda clinopodia, found in eastern North America, which has aromatic foliage and white- or yellowish- pink flowers
basil balm: A fragrant European mint, Satureia acinos, which has also been naturalised in eastern North America
Basil Rathbone: born June 13, 1892, Johannesburg, S.Af. died July 21, 1967, New York, N.Y., U.S. British actor. He made his stage debut in 1911 and later played classical roles in London and New York City. From 1924 he appeared in Hollywood movies, often in romantic roles. With his distinctive voice and gaunt appearance, he was cast as a villain in several swashbuckling movies starring Tyrone Power and Errol Flynn. He won praise for his roles in Romeo and Juliet (1936) and If I Were King (1938), but he became best known for portraying Sherlock Holmes in a series of films that began with The Hound of the Baskervilles (1939)
basil balm: perennial herb of North America (New York to Illinois and mountains of Alaska) having aromatic leaves and clusters of yellowish-pink balls
basil mint: perennial herb of the eastern United States having inconspicuous greenish flowers and narrow leaves that are very aromatic when bruised
basil thyme: fragrant European mint having clusters of small violet-and-white flowers; naturalized especially in eastern North America
sweet basil: an herb used for seasoning
Holy Basil: (Botanik, Bitkibilim) Indian basil, Ocimum sanctum, regarded by Hindus as sacred to Vishnu
indian basil: (Botanik, Bitkibilim) Holy basil, Ocimum sanctum, regarded by Hindus as sacred to Vishnu
Philip St. John Basil Rathbone: born June 13, 1892, Johannesburg, S.Af. died July 21, 1967, New York, N.Y., U.S. British actor. He made his stage debut in 1911 and later played classical roles in London and New York City. From 1924 he appeared in Hollywood movies, often in romantic roles. With his distinctive voice and gaunt appearance, he was cast as a villain in several swashbuckling movies starring Tyrone Power and Errol Flynn. He won praise for his roles in Romeo and Juliet (1936) and If I Were King (1938), but he became best known for portraying Sherlock Holmes in a series of films that began with The Hound of the Baskervilles (1939)
Saint Basil the Blessed: or Pokrovsky Cathedral Church constructed at the southern end of Red Square in Moscow (1554-60) by Ivan IV as a votive offering for his military victories over the Tatars. The brick-and-stone church was designed by the architects Postnik and Barma (who may in fact have been one person). It is a unique and magnificent architectural fantasy exhibiting Byzantine influences. Eight chapels topped by onion domes surround a central church with a tower topped by a tent-shaped roof and a small golden cupola. Each of the painted domes differs in design and colour
Saint Basil the Great: born AD 329, Caesarea Mazaca, Cappadocia died Jan. 1, 379, Caesarea; Western feast day January 2; Eastern feast day January 1 Early church father. Born into a Christian family in Cappadocia, he studied at Caesarea, Constantinople, and Athens and later established a monastic settlement on the family estate at Annesi. He opposed Arianism, which was supported by the emperor Valens and his own bishop Dianius, and organized resistance to it after 365. He succeeded Eusebius as bishop of Caesarea in 370. He died shortly after Valens, whose death in battle opened the way for the victory of Basil's cause. More than 300 of his letters survive; several of his Canonical Epistles have become part of canon law in Eastern Orthodoxy
Sir Basil Henry Liddell Hart: born Oct. 31, 1895, Paris, France died Jan. 29, 1970, Marlow, Buckinghamshire, Eng. British military historian and strategist. He left Cambridge University to join the British army at the outbreak of World War I and retired as a captain in 1927. He was an early advocate of air power and mechanized tank warfare. He wrote for London newspapers from 1925 to 1945. His writings on strategy, which emphasized the elements of mobility and surprise, were more influential in Germany than in France or England; his "expanding torrent" theory of attack became the basis for German blitzkrieg warfare in 1939-41. The author of more than 30 books, he was knighted in 1966
Sir Basil Liddell Hart: born Oct. 31, 1895, Paris, France died Jan. 29, 1970, Marlow, Buckinghamshire, Eng. British military historian and strategist. He left Cambridge University to join the British army at the outbreak of World War I and retired as a captain in 1927. He was an early advocate of air power and mechanized tank warfare. He wrote for London newspapers from 1925 to 1945. His writings on strategy, which emphasized the elements of mobility and surprise, were more influential in Germany than in France or England; his "expanding torrent" theory of attack became the basis for German blitzkrieg warfare in 1939-41. The author of more than 30 books, he was knighted in 1966
Sir Basil Spence: a British architect, who designed Coventry Cathedral (1907-76)
basil: ocimum
common basil: annual or perennial of tropical Asia having spikes of small white flowers and aromatic leave; one of the most important culinary herbs; used in salads, casseroles, sauces and some liqueurs
wild basil: aromatic herb having heads of small pink or whitish flowers; widely distributed in United States, Europe and Asia