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snakeroot
[ sneyk-root, -root ]
noun
- the root or rhizome of such a plant.
- the North American bugbane.
- a white eupatorium, Eupatorium rugosum.
snakeroot
/ ˈsneɪkˌruːt /
noun
- any of various North American plants, such as Aristolochia serpentaria ( Virginia snakeroot ) and Eupatorium urticaefolium ( white snakeroot ), the roots or rhizomes of which have been used as a remedy for snakebite
- the rhizome or root of any such plant
- See bistort
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Word History and Origins
Origin of snakeroot1
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Example Sentences
He said he was called Snakeroot Sam, because he rooted so hard for rattlesnakes.
Snakeroot Sam is a mighty clever feller, and he says he will help us all he can.
"Snakeroot and cinnamon," chimed in Rachel, looking up from her sewing with a very innocent face.
Good-day, sonnies, said Snakeroot Sam, doffing his dilapidated hat with mock courtesy.
Dixon also reported that the natives have a keen sense of smell, which they quicken by the use of snakeroot.
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