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anisette

noun
an·​is·​ette | \ ËŒa-nÉ™-ˈset How to pronounce anisette (audio) , -ˈzet How to pronounce anisette (audio) \

Definition of anisette

: a usually colorless sweet liqueur flavored with aniseed

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 Beat in the oil, milk, eggs, vanilla, and anisette liqueur using a mixer set on medium speed for 2 minutes. — Country Living, "Gianna's Chocolate Whipped Cream Cake," 13 July 2012 But the additions of cocoa nib crumble, smoked sea salt and anisette gelato were pleasing company. — Suzanne Loudermilk, baltimoresun.com, "Tagliata lives up to the hype," 26 Sep. 2017

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First Known Use of anisette

1795, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for anisette

French, from anis

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anisette

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English Language Learners Definition of anisette

: a sweet alcoholic drink that is flavored with aniseed

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