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spice

1. spice \'spi-s\ n [ME, fr. OF espice, fr. LL species spices, fr. L, 
   species] 1: any of various aromatic vegetable products (as pepper or 
   nutmeg) used to  season or flavor foods archaic  2a: a small portion, 
   quantity, or admixture : DASH  2b: something that gives zest or relish  3: 
   a pungent or fragrant odor : PERFUME 
2. spice vt : to season with spices