thoroughwort
|thor-ough-wort|
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/ˈθɜːroʊˌwɜːrt/
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/ˈθʌrəʊˌwɜːt/
medicinal plant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'thoroughwort' originates from the English word 'thorough' and the Old English word 'wyrt', meaning 'plant' or 'herb'.
Historical Evolution
'thoroughwort' changed from the Old English word 'þurhwyrt' and eventually became the modern English word 'thoroughwort'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a plant used for medicinal purposes', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a plant of the genus Eupatorium, especially Eupatorium perfoliatum, known for its medicinal properties.
Thoroughwort is often used in herbal medicine for its purported health benefits.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/07 07:56