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Nigella Sativa

Definition:

Nigella sativa, also known as black seed or black cumin, is a flowering plant native to Southwest Asia.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

Sense 1:

A herbaceous plant with small, black, pungent seeds used as a spice or flavoring agent in various cuisines.

Related products: Nigella Seeds

Sample sentence: I added a pinch of nigella sativa to enhance the flavor of the dish.

Sense 2:

The seeds of the nigella sativa plant, used in traditional medicine for their potential health benefits.

Related products: Nigella Sativa Oil

Sample sentence: Many people believe that nigella sativa has medicinal properties and use it as a natural remedy for various ailments.

Sense 3:

The nigella sativa plant as a whole, often cultivated for its seeds and oil.

Related products: Nigella Sativa Supplement

Sample sentence: Farmers in the region grow nigella sativa as a cash crop due to its high demand in the international market.