dragon's wort
The term "dragon's wort" has been historically used to refer to various plants, primarily tarragon, valued for their culinary and medicinal properties.
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Definition
B2Culinary
(common)A perennial herb known for its aromatic leaves used as a seasoning, especially in European and Asian cuisines.
Example
- She added dragon's wort to the sauce for a distinctive flavor.
- Dragon's wort is often used in vinegar or oil mixtures.
C1Botany
(technical)A term that refers to various perennial herbs, including tarragon, dragon arum, common bistort, and green dragon.
Example
- Dragon's wort can refer to multiple species, such as Artemisia dracunculus and Dracunculus vulgaris.
Similar
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