chamomile
Definition
Noun: 1. A small, daisy-like flowering plant (Matricaria recutita or Chamaemelum nobile) belonging to the aster family, known for its feathery leaves and white petals surrounding a yellow central disc. It is widely cultivated for its dried flower heads, which are used to make a herbal tea and in traditional medicine for their calming and soothing properties.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- She grows chamomile in her garden to make a relaxing tea.
- The scent of dried chamomile is sweet and apple-like.
- A cup of chamomile before bed can help with sleep.
Advanced Usage
- "Roman chamomile" (): A perennial species often used as a ground cover and for its essential oil.
- "German chamomile" (): An annual species most commonly used for making herbal tea.
Variants and Related Words
- Camomile: An alternative, equally correct spelling for chamomile.
- Chamomile tea: The infusion made by steeping dried chamomile flowers in hot water.
Synonyms
- Matricaria (scientific genus name for German chamomile)
- Herbal tea (when referring specifically to the beverage made from it)
Noun
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Eurasian plant with apple-scented foliage and white-rayed flowers and feathery leaves used medicinally; in some classification systems placed in genus Anthemis
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