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star anise Synonyms

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• noun (Context 1)

A pungent, licorice-flavored spice derived from the star-shaped seed pods of an evergreen tree native to southwestern China and northeast Vietnam, widely used in Asian cuisine and five-spice powder.

Usage Example

"The traditional recipe for Vietnamese pho broth requires toasted badian, cinnamon, and cloves to achieve its complex flavor."

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badian

• Nearby Words

staple
stapler
star
star anise
star fruit
star jasmine
star of bethlehem

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Star anise. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/star anise
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