East Indian tree widely cultivated in the tropics for its aromatic seed; source of two spices: nutmeg and mace.

synonyms: Myristica fragrans, nutmeg tree.

Roget 393: condiment, seasoning, sauce, spice, relish, appetizer.    [Condiments] salt; mustard, grey poupon mustard; pepper, black pepper, white pepper, peppercorn, curry, sauce piquante [Fr.]; caviare, onion, garlic, pickle; achar^†, allspice; bell pepper, Jamaica pepper, green pepper; chutney; cubeb^†, pimento.    [capsicum peppers] capsicum, red pepper, chili peppers, cayenne.    nutmeg, mace, cinnamon, oregano, cloves, fennel.    [herbs] pot herbs, parsley, sage, rosemary, thyme, bay leaves, marjoram.    [fragrant woods and gums] frankincense, balm, myrrh.    [from pods] paprika.    [from flower stigmas] saffron.    [from roots] ginger, turmeric.    ... show more

Dutch: muskaatboom
Polish: muszkatołowiec

Hard aromatic seed of the nutmeg tree used as spice when grated or ground.

Dutch: muskaat, nootmuskaat
Polish: gałka muszkatołowa