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crinkle-root

/ˈkrɪŋ.kəl ˌruːt/

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noun

/ˈkrɪŋ.kəl ˌruːt/formalamerican
  • ruСевероамериканское травянистое растение, характеризующееся острыми, чешуйчатыми или зубчатыми корнями.

A North American herb characterized by pungent, scaly, or toothed roots.

  1. C2formalamerican

    A North American herb with pungent, scaly, or toothed roots, often used in traditional remedies or as a flavoring.

    ruСевероамериканская трава

    • The forager identified a crinkle-root growing near the stream.
    • Crinkle-root has a distinctive, sharp taste that some compare to horseradish.
    • In some regions, crinkle-root is used in herbal teas for its medicinal properties.

    Synonymscrinkleroottoothwort