kidney vetch

/ˌkɪdni vɛtʃ/
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Definitions of kidney vetch
  1. noun
    perennial Eurasian herb having heads of red or yellow flowers and common in meadows and pastures; formerly used medicinally for kidney disorders
    synonyms: Anthyllis vulneraria
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    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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