Etymology:
The word "nutmeg" comes from late Middle English "nutmuge," which is derived from Old French "noiz muscade," meaning "musk nut." The term "musk" in this context refers to the aromatic smell of the seed, while "nut" refers to its hard shell.
Meaning:
Nutmeg is a spice derived from the seed of the nutmeg tree (Myristica fragrans). It is a dark brown, oval-shaped seed with a warm, nutty, and slightly bitter flavor.
Origin:
The nutmeg tree is native to the Banda Islands in Indonesia, which were the only known source of nutmeg until the 16th century. Dutch traders subsequently introduced the tree to other parts of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Indonesia, and Sri Lanka.
Today, the majority of nutmeg is cultivated in these tropical regions. Other nutmeg-producing countries include Grenada, India, and Guatemala.
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