Associations to the word «Asafoetida»

Wiktionary

ASAFOETIDA, noun. A resinous gum from the stem and roots of a wild fennel (Ferula asafoetida), having a strong, unpleasant smell, with culinary and medical uses. [from 14th c.]

Dictionary definition

ASAFOETIDA, noun. The brownish gum resin of various plants; has strong taste and odor; formerly used as an antispasmodic.

Wise words

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Stephen King