anise

an·ise

(an'is),

The fruit of Pimpinellla anisum (family Umbelliferae); an aromatic and carminative resembling fennel.

an·ise

(an'is)

(Pimpinella anisum) An herbal extract that is marketed in many different forms. Unconfirmed uses include as a therapeutic agent in asthma, gastrointestinal disorders, and some forms of neurologic disease. Dangerous reactions have been reported.

[L. anisum, fr. G. anēson,]

an·ise

(an'is)

Fruit of Pimpinellla anisum; an aromatic and carminative resembling fennel.

[L. anisum, fr. G. anēson,]