ΜΕΛΑΘΙΟΝ, μελαθιον
MELATHION, melathion
Sounds Like: meh-LAH-thee-on
Translations: nigella, black cumin, a nigella seed, a black cumin seed
From the root: ΜΕΛΑΘΙΟΝ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to nigella, also known as black cumin, or specifically to its seed. It is a small, black seed used as a spice and in traditional medicine. The word is a diminutive form, suggesting a small object.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
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