Mace
Pronunciation: /ˈmeɪs/
Mace (noun)
- A spice made from the outer covering of nutmeg seeds, used in cooking.
- A decorated stick carried by officials in ceremonies as a symbol of authority.
- 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