Burnet

[bә:nit]

Definition

(n.) A genus of perennial herbs (Poterium); especially, P.Sanguisorba, the common, or garden, burnet.

Typist: Penelope

Definition

n. the English name of two closely united genera of Rosace—the Great Burnet common in meadows all over Europe; the Common Burnet growing on chalky soils its slightly astringent leaves used in salads or soups also as an ingredient in 'cool tankard.'

Typist: Willard