American pellitory

noun

: an alternate-leaved weed (Parietaria pennsylvanica) of eastern North America having axillary green flowers

Word History

First Known Use

1794, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of American pellitory was in 1794

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“American pellitory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/American%20pellitory. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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