Cumin /(k?m"?n)/

Cum·in

Cumin

n.
  1. A dwarf umbelliferous plant, somewhat resembling fennel (Cuminum Cyminum), cultivated for its seeds, which have a bitterish, warm taste, with an aromatic flavor, and are used like those of anise and caraway. (Bot.)
    Rank-smelling rue, and cumin good for eyes.

Phrases & Compounds
Black cumin
a plant (Nigella sativa) with pungent seeds, used by the Afghans, etc.