anamirta
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/ˌænəˈmɜːrtə/
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/ˌænəˈmɜːtə/
woody climbing plant genus
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anamirta' originates from modern scientific Latin, specifically the word 'Anamirta', which is used as a genus name in botanical classification.
Historical Evolution
'anamirta' was adopted directly into English from scientific Latin as a botanical term.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to the genus of certain climbing plants, and this meaning has remained unchanged in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of woody climbing plants in the family Menispermaceae, native to tropical Asia, known for the species Anamirta cocculus.
Anamirta cocculus is used in traditional medicine.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/29 00:51