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fumitory

DEFINITIONS OF: fumitory

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n delicate European herb with greyish leaves and spikes of purplish flowers; formerly used medicinally

Synonyms:
Fumaria officinalis, fumeroot, fumewort
Type of:
herb, herbaceous plant
a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests
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