Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun cardamom

2 senses of cardamom

Sense 1
cardamom, cardamon, Elettaria cardamomum -- (rhizomatous herb of India having aromatic seeds used as seasoning)
       => herb, herbaceous plant -- (a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests)

Sense 2
cardamom, cardamon, cardamum -- (aromatic seeds used as seasoning like cinnamon and cloves especially in pickles and barbecue sauces)
       => flavorer, flavourer, flavoring, flavouring, seasoner, seasoning -- (something added to food primarily for the savor it imparts)