Valerian
[və'lɪərɪən] or [və'lɪrɪən]
Definition
(noun.) a plant of the genus Valeriana having lobed or dissected leaves and cymose white or pink flowers.
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Definition
(n.) Any plant of the genus Valeriana. The root of the officinal valerian (V. officinalis) has a strong smell, and is much used in medicine as an antispasmodic.
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Definition
n. the plant all-heal the root of which is used in medicine.—adj. Val′eric pertaining to or obtained from the root of valerian.
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Examples
- After which the renowned Valerian (if he survive,) will fight with the broad-sword, LEFT HANDED! Mark Twain. The Innocents Abroad.
- Marcus Marcellus Valerian (stage name--his real name is Smith,) is a splendid specimen of physical development, and an artist of rare merit. Mark Twain. The Innocents Abroad.
- Benefit of Valerian, Tuesday, 29th, if he lives. Mark Twain. The Innocents Abroad.
- Valerian? contus? Serpentari? contus? Gentian? contus? Quassi? contus? āā ?ss. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- Engagement of the renowned MARCUS MARCELLUS VALERIAN! Mark Twain. The Innocents Abroad.
- We have already noted how the Emperor Valerian was defeated (260) and taken prisoner. H. G. Wells. The Outline of History_Being a Plain History of Life and Mankind.
- Tinctur? Valerian? ammo Tinctur? Gentian? comp āā f ?ij. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
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