pennyroyal


Definition: Meaning of, pennyroyal in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / pɛnɪˈrɔɪəl /

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  1. eurasian perennial mint have small lilac-blue flowers and ovate leaves; yields an aromatic oil
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  2. erect hairy branching American herb having purple-blue flowers; yields an essential oil used as an insect repellent and sometimes in folk medicine
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pennyroyal used in phrases

  • American pennyroyal (noun)
    1. erect hairy branching American herb having purple-blue flowers; yields an essential oil used as an insect repellent and sometimes in folk medicine
  • bastard pennyroyal (noun)
    1. aromatic plant of the eastern United States
  • pennyroyal oil (noun)
    1. oil from European pennyroyal having an odour like mint; used chiefly in soaps
    2. aromatic oil from American pennyroyal
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