birthroot

noun

birth·root ˈbərth-ˌrüt

-ˌru̇t

: any of several trilliums with astringent roots used in folk medicine

First Known Use

1820, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of birthroot was in 1820

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“Birthroot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/birthroot. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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birthroot

noun

birth·root ˈbər-ˌthrüt

-ˌthru̇t

: any of several trilliums with astringent roots used in folk medicine

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