Cocoa Nutmeg

Nutmeg

Nutmeg is the seed, or the ground spice derived from the seed, of several tree species of the genus Myristica; fragrant nutmeg or true nutmeg is a dark-leaved evergreen tree cultivated for two spices derived from its fruit: nutmeg, from its seed, and mace, from the seed covering. It is also a commercial source of nutmeg essential oil and nutmeg butter. The Banda Islands, in Maluku, Indonesia, are the main producer of nutmeg and mace, and the true nutmeg tree is native to the islands.

cocoa

Noun

1. The dried and partially fermented fatty seeds of the cacao tree from which chocolate is made.
2. An unsweetened brown powder made from roasted, ground cocoa beans, used in making chocolate, and in cooking.

Adjective

1. Of a light to medium brown colour, like that of cocoa powder.

nutmeg

Noun

1. An evergreen tree (Myristica fragrans) cultivated in the East Indies for its spicy seeds.
2. The aromatic seed of this tree, used as a spice.

Verb

1. To flavour with nutmeg.
2. To play the ball between the legs of (an opponent).