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noun • a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests • aromatic potherb used in cookery for its savory qualities | ||||
| 44% | 6 | Genus of aromatic herbs including basil and sweet basil | ||
noun • basil | ||||
| 42% | 11 | Named after the plant, basil, due to its anatomical course resembling a basil stalk | ||
noun • a vein that drains the back of the hand and forearm and empties into the axillary vein | ||||
What About Britain Upset Basil
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HERB which was last seen in the Telegraph Cryptic crossword.
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HERB
Updated: October 1, 2025
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