Henbane
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhɛnbeɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Henbane is a noun meaning Any other plant of the genus Hyoscyamus.
Meaning
Any other plant of the genus Hyoscyamus.
More Meanings
- A poisonous plant, Hyoscyamus niger, used sometimes as a drug that causes at least hallucinations, dilated pupils, restlessness, and flushed skin.
Example Sentences
Henbane acts as an anaphrodisiac.
Deadly nightshade, henbane, hellebore and mandrakes were of evil reputation[.]
After studying the book for several minutes, he began to assemble a weird collection of plants and herbs on the floor in front of him. Hemlock and foxglove, ivy and deadnettle, henbane and marigold[.]
Word Forms
- henbanes
Synonyms for henbane
Depending on context, synonyms include hyoscyamus.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hyoscyamus, oxbane, bugbane, banewort, hebenon, bane.
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