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alliaria

|al-li-ar-i-a|

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/ˌæl.iˈɛr.i.ə/

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/ˌæl.iˈɛə.ri.ə/

garlic-like plant

Etymology
Etymology Information

'Alliaria' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'allium,' where 'allium' meant 'garlic.'

Historical Evolution

'Allium' transformed into the Latin word 'alliaria,' and eventually became the modern English word 'alliaria.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'garlic-like plant,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a genus of flowering plants in the mustard family, known for its garlic-like smell.

Alliaria is often found in woodland areas.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/06/26 18:21