boneset
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/ˈboʊnˌsɛt/
🇬🇧
/ˈbəʊnˌsɛt/
medicinal plant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'boneset' originates from English, specifically referring to the plant's traditional use in treating 'breakbone fever,' a term for dengue fever.
Historical Evolution
'boneset' has been used in English since the 18th century, referring to the plant's medicinal properties.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the plant's use in treating fever, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a North American plant of the daisy family, used in herbal medicine to treat fever and other ailments.
The herbalist recommended boneset for its fever-reducing properties.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/19 11:15