walwort

Middle English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Old English wealhwyrt, equivalent to wale (“outsider”) +‎ wort (“plant”).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈwalwurt/

Noun

walwort

  1. danewort (The plant Sambucus ebulus, often used for medicinal purposes)
  2. A plant that is similar to danewort in appearance or function.

Descendants

  • English: wallwort, walwort, walewort (dated)

References

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