Associations to the word «Motherwort»
Noun
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Wiktionary
MOTHERWORT, noun. Any of several perennial plants, of the genus Leonurus, used in traditional medicine to help with childbirth or treat uterine disorders. [from 13th c.]
Dictionary definition
MOTHERWORT, noun. Bitter Old World herb of hedgerows and woodland margins having toothed leaves and white or pale pink flowers.
Wise words
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