Definitions | star anise |
| noun (plural: star anises)
- A plant, Illicium verum, used primarily for its star-shaped seed which resembles anise in scent and flavor, and which is used as a spice. Valued for its decorative shape as well it flavor. Also used commercially as a source of shikimic acid for the production of Tamiflu.
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