fennel
//ˈfɛn.əl//
Noun
1
A fragrant perennial plant of the parsley family with feathery leaves and yellow flowers, cultivated for its aromatic seeds and edible bulb.
I added some fresh fennel to the salad for a subtle anise flavor.
2
The seeds or bulb of the fennel plant, used as a culinary herb or spice with a distinctive anise-like flavor.
I added some fennel seeds to the soup for extra flavor.