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mandrake root

 

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Noun mandrake root has 1 sense
  1. mandrake root, mandrake - the root of the mandrake plant; used medicinally or as a narcotic
    --1 is a kind of root
    --1 is a part of mandrake, devil's apples, Mandragora officinarum

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Mandrake Root

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition 1: The root of the mandrake plant (Mandragora officinarum), used historically in herbal medicine and folklore beliefs. It is believed to possess magical and mystical properties.

Example sentence: In ancient times, mandrake root was often used as an aphrodisiac and to induce sleep.

Definition 2: A name given to various plants' roots with similar features or resembling the root of a mandrake plant.

Example sentence: The root of the Mayapple plant is often referred to as mandrake root due to its similar shape and medicinal use.

Definition 3: In folklore, a legendary root that is said to emit a shriek when uprooted and is associated with various magical and supernatural rituals.

Example sentence: According to myth, anyone who digs up the mandrake root without the use of a dog will be cursed.

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