arnica

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noun arnica any N temperate or arctic plant of the genus Arnica, typically having yellow flowers: family Asteraceae (composites) 3
noun arnica the tincture of the dried flower heads of any of these plants, esp A. montana, used in treating bruises 3
noun arnica any of a number of plants (genus Arnica) of the composite family, bearing bright yellow flowers on long stalks with clusters of leaves at the base 3
noun arnica a preparation made from certain of these plants (esp. A. montana or A. cordifolia), once used for treating sprains, bruises, etc. 3
noun arnica any composite plant of the genus Arnica, having opposite leaves and yellow flower heads. 1
noun arnica a tincture of the flowers of A. montana, of Europe, and other species of Arnica, formerly used as an external application in sprains and bruises. 1

before 1745

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1745-55; < New Latin < ?

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 81% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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