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Greek mintha hedu osmon ("sweet-smelling herb"), of the order Labiatae. A carminative in medicine and a condiment in cookery. Tithed scrupulously by the Pharisees (; ). Our use of mint with roast; lamb may be a relic of Israel's eating the Passover with bitter herbs.