clover-root
Definition
- Noun:
- A hairy Eurasian plant with small yellow flowers and an astringent root formerly used medicinally: "Clover-root" refers to a specific perennial herb, Geum urbanum, also commonly known as wood avens or herb bennet. The name originates from the shape of its root, which resembles a clover's.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The herbalist gathered clover-root to prepare a traditional tonic.
- You can identify clover-root by its small yellow flowers and hairy leaves.
Advanced Usage
- Historical/Medicinal Context: The term is primarily used in historical, botanical, or herbal medicine contexts to refer to the plant and its astringent properties.
- In medieval times, clover-root was a common ingredient in apothecary shops.
Variants and Related Words
- Wood Avens (n): A more common modern name for the same plant ().
- Herb Bennet (n): Another traditional name for this plant.
Synonyms
- Wood avens: The standard common name in botany.
- Herb bennet: An archaic synonym.
Notes on Usage
- "Clover-root" is a compound noun. It is not typically used in idiomatic expressions or phrasal verbs. Its usage is specific to the plant itself.
Noun
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hairy Eurasian plant with small yellow flowers and an astringent root formerly used medicinally
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