What does sweet basil mean?
• SWEET BASIL (noun) The noun SWEET BASIL has 2 senses: 1. annual or perennial of tropical Asia having spikes of small white flowers and aromatic leaves; one of the most important culinary herbs; used in salads, casseroles, sauces and some liqueurs 2. leaves of the common basil; used fresh or dried Familiarity information: SWEET BASIL used as a noun is rare.