Caraway, n. [F. carvi (cf. Sp. carvi and al-caravea, al-carahueya, Pg. al-caravia) fr. Ar. karawīā, karwīā fr. Gr. ka`ron; cf. L. careum.].
A biennial plant of the Parsley family (Carum Carui). The seeds have an aromatic smell, and a warm, pungent taste. They are used in cookery and confectionery, and also in medicine as a carminative. [1913 Webster]
A cake or sweetmeat containing caraway seeds. [1913 Webster]
"Caraways, or biscuits, or some other [comfits]."
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