WORT


Meaning of WORT in English

I. ˈwərt, ˈwȯrt noun

Etymology: Middle English, from Old English wyrt root, herb, plant — more at root

Date: before 12th century

: plant ; especially : an herbaceous plant — usually used in combination

louse wort

II. noun

Etymology: Middle English, from Old English wyrt; akin to Middle High German würze brewer's wort, Old English wyrt root, herb

Date: before 12th century

: a sweet liquid drained from mash and fermented to make beer and whiskey

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