allspice

noun

all·​spice ˈȯl-ˌspīs 

1

: the berry of a West Indian tree (Pimenta dioica) of the myrtle family

also : the allspice tree

2

: a mildly pungent and aromatic spice prepared from dried allspice berries

Examples of allspice in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The palate offers ginger, allspice, and honeycomb, complementing a smooth background of aged leather and seasoned oak. —Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024

Instructions Step 1 In a medium pitcher or bowl, stir together the rye, sherry, and allspice dram. —Saveur Editors, Saveur, 11 Dec. 2024

It's made with traditional and festive spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and ginger as well as vanilla and molasses. —Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 7 Dec. 2024

One recipe in this cookbook was for a pumpkin pudding made with nutmeg and allspice and served in a crust. —Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1621, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

allspice

noun

all·​spice ˈȯl-ˌspīs 

1

: the berry of a West Indian tree related to the myrtle

2

: a spice made from dried allspice berries

Medical Definition

allspice

noun

all·​spice ˈȯl-ˌspīs 

: the berry of a West Indian tree of the genus Pimenta (P. dioica) of the myrtle family

also : the allspice tree