Solomon's seal

noun

a mystic or talismanic symbol in the form of an interlaced outline of either a five-pointed or six-pointed star.

Solomon's-seal

[ sol-uh-muhnz-seel ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

any of several plants belonging to the genus Polygonatum, of the lily family, having a thick rootstock bearing seallike scars, greenish-yellow flowers, and red or blue berries.

Solomon's seal

See Star of David
another name for Star of David
any of several liliaceous plants of the genus Polygonatum of N temperate regions, having greenish or yellow paired flowers, long narrow waxy leaves, and a thick underground stem with prominent leaf scars

First recorded in 1535–45

1535–45; translation of Medieval Latin sigillum Solomōnis

C16: translation of Medieval Latin sigillum Solomonis, perhaps referring to the resemblance of the leaf scars to seals

We called ourselves the Solomons Seal Patrol as having so much meaning to the name.

The household will buy all its vegetables from her, and Solomons Seal Patrol expect to buy theirs from her, too.

It is associated with its tall and stately relation the Solomons Seal.

The spirit replied that he could not obtain the information required without the aid of Solomons seal.

April 23, 2024inveterate

[in-vet-er-it ]

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