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Definition of paracress

paracress

/ˈpær.əˌkrɛs/
par · a · cress
Plural:paracresses
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paracress Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A species of flowering herb (Acmella oleracea) in the daisy family, native to South America, known for producing a distinct tingling or numbing sensation in the mouth when chewed and widely used as a culinary herb and traditional medicine.

Example

"The chef garnished the traditional Brazilian broth with fresh paracress to give the dish its characteristic electric, buzzing flavor profile."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the name of the Brazilian state of Pará, where the plant is widely cultivated and consumed, combined with 'cress', a general English term for various pungent or peppery leafy herbs.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Paracress. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/paracress
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