n. Anethum graveolens (the sole species of the genus Anethum), is a herb, the seeds of which are moderately warming, pungent, and aromatic, and were formerly used as a soothing medicine for children; also known as dillseed.n. A cucumber pickled with dill flavoring, also called a dill pickle.n. a fool.v. To still; to assuage; to calm; to soothe, as one in pain.v. To lull to sleep.