cinnamon stick

noun

: a small roll or quill of dried cinnamon bark used as a spice

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Remove and discard the cinnamon stick and star anise. — Mary Ann Esposito, Boston Herald, 11 Mar. 2026 Once boiling, add in sliced oranges and limes, a cinnamon stick, and sugar. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 May 2026 Once warm, add sugar, crushed cinnamon stick, star anise, cloves and grated orange peel. — Lp O'Brien, AJC.com, 5 Apr. 2026 Drop in the cinnamon sticks and cloves, gently muddling once or twice to release their aroma. — John Kell, Forbes.com, 19 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for cinnamon stick

Word History

First Known Use

1616, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cinnamon stick was in 1616

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“Cinnamon stick.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cinnamon%20stick. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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