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toothwort

/ˈtuːθ.wɜːrt/

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noun

/ˈtuːθ.wɜːrt/C2formalamericanscientific
  • 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.

    ruЗубная трава

    • The forager identified toothwort growing along the forest path.
    • Toothwort roots have a sharp, peppery taste when eaten raw.
    • Early settlers used toothwort as a treatment for toothaches.

    Synonymscrinkleroot