angelica

/ænˈdʒɛlɪkə/

/ænˈdʒɛlɪkə/

Other forms: angelicas

Definitions of angelica

1. noun

   any of various tall and stout herbs of the genus Angelica having pinnately compound leaves and small white or greenish flowers in compound umbels
   synonyms: angelique

   types:

   Angelica Archangelica, archangel, garden angelica

   a biennial cultivated herb; its stems are candied and eaten and its roots are used medicinally

   Angelica sylvestris, wild angelica

   European herb with compound leaves and white flowers; adventive on Cape Breton Island

   type of:

   herb, herbaceous plant

   a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests
2. noun

   aromatic stems or leaves or roots of Angelica Archangelica
   type of:

   herb

   aromatic potherb used in cookery for its savory qualities
3. noun

   candied stalks of the angelica plant
   type of:

   flavorer, flavoring, flavourer, flavouring, seasoner, seasoning

   something added to food primarily for the savor it imparts