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

2 senses of sweet basil

Sense 1
common basil, sweet basil, Ocimum basilicum -- (annual or perennial of tropical Asia having spikes of small white flowers and aromatic leaves; one of the most important culinary herbs; used in salads, casseroles, sauces and some liqueurs)
       => basil -- (any of several Old World tropical aromatic annual or perennial herbs of the genus Ocimum)

Sense 2
basil, sweet basil -- (leaves of the common basil; used fresh or dried)
       => herb -- (aromatic potherb used in cookery for its savory qualities)