1. A small seed from an herb of the parsley family, used as a spice in Indian and Middle Eastern cooking, with a flavor similar to thyme.
Usage: Also called bishop's weed or carom seeds.; Common in South Asian cuisine.

Examples

• The baker added ajowan seeds to the bread dough for extra flavor.
• Ajowan is a staple spice in Indian snacks and savory pastries.
• The ajowan plant grows well in warm, dry climates.
• She sprinkled ajowan over the roasted vegetables.
• Ajowan seeds have a slightly bitter, thyme-like taste.