snakeroot

noun /'sneɪk,rut/

Definition
a plant of the genus Sanicula having palmately compound leaves and unisexual flowers in panicled umbels followed by bristly fruit; reputed to have healing powers
Example
The word 'snakeroot' is often used in everyday conversation.
Synonyms
sanicle
Etymology
No etymology available.

Quick Facts

Palindrome
No
Compound Word
No
Proper Noun
No
Rare
No
Archaic
No
Obsolete
No
Slang
No
Vowels
4
Consonants
5
Length
9

Word Statistics

Length
9
Syllables
2
Scrabble Score
Frequency
2.02

Word Characteristics