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Mezereum
see synonyms of mezereumNoun
1. mezereum
the dried bark of the shrub mezereon
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Mezereum
see synonyms of mezereumnoun
the dried bark of certain shrubs of the genus Daphne, esp mezereon, formerly used as a vesicant and to treat arthritis
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Mezereum
see synonyms of mezereum noun
1.
a low European shrub (Daphne mezereum) of the mezereum family, with clusters of pink or purple flowers in early spring
2.
its dried bark, formerly used in liniments and in the treatment of some diseases
adjective
3.
designating a family (Thymelaeaceae, order Myrtales) of dicotyledonous plants including daphne
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Mezereum
see synonyms of mezereumn.
1. A poisonous Eurasian ornamental shrub (Daphne mezereum) having fragrant lilac-purple flowers and small scarlet fruit.
2. The dried bark of this plant, formerly used for medicinal purposes.
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