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