LUNGWORT


Meaning of LUNGWORT in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ -ˌwərt, -ˌwȯrt ]

noun

Date: before 12th century

: any of several plants (as a mullein) formerly used in the treatment of respiratory disorders ; especially : a European herb ( Pulmonaria officinalis ) of the borage family with hispid leaves and usually bluish flowers

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