noun
Meaning 1
An aromatic European perennial plant (Myrrhis odorata).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Phrase guide
sweet cicely
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noun
Meaning 2
Any of various herbs of the genus Osmorhiza, related to and similar in appearance to those in species Myrrhis odorata.
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noun
Meaning 3
fresh ferny leaves and green seeds used as garnish in salads and cold vegetables; dried seeds used in confectionery and liqueurs
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: herb
noun
Meaning 4
aromatic resin that is burned as incense and used in perfume
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: myrrh, gum myrrh
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Broader terms: gum resin
noun
Meaning 5
European herb with soft ferny leaves and white flowers
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: Myrrhis odorata
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: herb, herbaceous plant
History
Etymology
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