Wolfsbane (Noun)
Meaning
Poisonous Eurasian perennial herb with broad rounded leaves and yellow flowers and fibrous rootstock.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The hikers were warned to avoid the wolfsbane that grew along the mountain trails due to its toxic properties.
- In medieval times, people believed that wolfsbane could ward off werewolves and vampires.
- The botanist carefully handled the wolfsbane specimen, taking care not to touch the poisonous sap.
- Wolfsbane has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, but its use is highly regulated due to its toxicity.
- The park ranger pointed out the wolfsbane growing in the meadow, its bright yellow flowers standing out among the green foliage.