Moly

[mәuli]

Definition

(n.) A fabulous herb of occult power, having a black root and white blossoms, said by Homer to have been given by Hermes to Ulysses to counteract the spells of Circe.

(n.) A kind of garlic (Allium Moly) with large yellow flowers; -- called also golden garlic.

Editor: Marilyn

Definition

n. (Milt.) a magic herb given by Hermes to Odysseus as a counter-charm against the spells of Circe.

Typist: Louis