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   vanilla

   /vəˈnɪlə/

   noun

   • 1. a substance obtained from vanilla pods or produced artificially and used to flavour foods or to impart a fragrant scent to cosmetic preparations: "vanilla ice cream"
   • ▪ ice cream flavoured with vanilla: "four scoops of vanilla with hot fudge sauce"
   • ▪ of the creamy colour of vanilla ice cream: "a vanilla dress"
   • 2. a tropical climbing orchid that has fragrant flowers and long podlike fruit.
   • ▪ the fruit of the vanilla plant which is cured and then either used in cooking or processed to extract an essence which is used for flavour and fragrance.

   adjective

   • 1. having no special or extra features; ordinary or standard: informal "choosing plain vanilla technology wherever you can will save you money"

   Word Origin mid 17th century: from Spanish vainilla ‘pod’, diminutive of vaina ‘sheath, pod’, from Latin vagina ‘sheath’. The spelling change was due to association with French vanille.

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2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › VanillaVanilla - Wikipedia

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   Vanilla planifolia, flower Dried vanilla beans. Vanilla is a spice derived from orchids of the genus Vanilla, primarily obtained from pods of the flat-leaved vanilla (V. planifolia). [1] Vanilla is not autogamous, so pollination is required to make the plants produce the fruit from which the vanilla spice is obtained. [2]

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4. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishVANILLA | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Learn the meaning of vanilla as a noun and an adjective, with examples of usage and pronunciation. Find out how to say vanilla in different languages, such as Chinese, Spanish and Portuguese.

5. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › vanillaVanilla Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Learn the origin, synonyms, and usage of the word vanilla as a noun and an adjective. Find out how vanilla became a term for something plain, ordinary, or conventional.

6. www.britannica.com › plant › vanillaVanilla | Facts, Description, & Cultivation | Britannica

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   Sep 19, 2024 · Vanilla, genus of tropical climbing orchids, several species of which are the source of vanilla flavouring.

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7. www.liveeatlearn.com › vanillaWhat Is Vanilla (And Where Does It Come From)? - Live Eat Learn

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   Jan 28, 2020 · Learn about the history, varieties, products, and uses of vanilla, the second most expensive spice in the world. Find out how to scrape, store, and cook with vanilla beans and extract.

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8. www.webmd.com › diet › health-benefits-vanillaVanilla: Health Benefits, Nutrients per Serving, Uses, and More -...

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   Nov 23, 2022 · Learn how natural vanilla extract can provide calming effects, help curb sugar intake, and ease toothache. Find out the nutrition facts, uses, and things to watch out for with vanilla.

9. www.nationalgeographic.com › culture › articleThe History of Vanilla - National Geographic

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   Oct 23, 2014 · Learn how vanilla became the most popular ice cream flavor and a key ingredient in Coca-Cola, despite its high price and complex production. Discover the origins, cultivation, and uses of this orchid spice from Mexico to Madagascar.