Dittany
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈdɪtəni/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dittany is a noun meaning A labiate plant of species Origanum dictamnus, formerly renowned for its medicinal properties; dittany of Crete.
Meaning
A labiate plant of species Origanum dictamnus, formerly renowned for its medicinal properties; dittany of Crete.
More Meanings
- A fragrant plant in the rue family, Dictamnus albus.
- False dittany (Pseudodictamnus mediterraneus, syn. Ballota pseudodictamnus)
- (US) A fragrant herb in the mint family native to the eastern United States (Cunila origanoides).
Word Forms
- dittanies
Synonyms for dittany
Depending on context, synonyms include fraxinella.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include fraxinella, ditander, dictamnus, datura, origanum, dicentra.
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