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Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
1 | 99% | 4 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 44% | 6 | Genus of aromatic herbs including basil and sweet basil | |
3 | 41% | 11 | Named after the plant, basil, due to its anatomical course resembling a basil stalk | |
Basil Perhaps Is Exposed By Father Brown Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "HERB" which means:
- noun
- • A plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests
- • Aromatic potherb used in cookery for its savory qualities
An example sentence would be:
- • "She brewed a soothing tea using dried herbs."
- • "He planted various herbs in his garden, such as basil, oregano, and thyme."
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The Guardian Cryptic03 Jun 2004 | Across 11 | |
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