Mace

Pronunciation: /ˈmeɪs/

Mace (noun)

  1. A spice made from the outer covering of nutmeg seeds, used in cooking.
  2. A decorated stick carried by officials in ceremonies as a symbol of authority.
  3. A heavy club with a metal head, used as a weapon in the past.

Examples

  • The chef added mace to the soup for extra flavor.
  • Mace is often used in baking for its warm aroma.

Common collocations: ground mace, add mace, mace flavor, ceremonial mace, carry a mace

Synonyms of Mace

Formal

Neutral

Informal