madwort

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mad·wort

noun \-ˌwərt, -ˌwrt\

Definition of MADWORT

1
: alyssum 1
2
: a low hairy annual European herb (Asperugo procumbens) of the borage family with blue flowers and a root used as a substitute for madder

First Known Use of MADWORT

1597

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