Horehound: meaning, definitions and examples
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horehound
[ หhษrหhaสnd ]
herbal medicine
Horehound is a herbaceous plant in the mint family, known for its bitter taste and medicinal properties. Traditionally, it has been used to treat coughs and digestive issues. The leaves can be brewed into a tea or used to make candies.
Synonyms
marrubium, white horehound
Examples of usage
- I made horehound tea to soothe my sore throat.
- Horehound candies were a common remedy for coughs in the past.
- In herbal medicine, horehound is often recommended for respiratory conditions.
Translations
Translations of the word "horehound" in other languages:
๐ต๐น horehound
๐ฎ๐ณ horehound
๐ฉ๐ช Horehound
๐ฎ๐ฉ horehound
๐บ๐ฆ ัะฟะพัะธั
๐ต๐ฑ horehound
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฌใใฆใณใ
๐ซ๐ท horehound
๐ช๐ธ horehound
๐น๐ท horehound
๐ฐ๐ท ํธ๋ ํ์ด๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ููุฑูุงููุฏ
๐จ๐ฟ horehound
๐ธ๐ฐ horehound
๐จ๐ณ ้้ฆ
๐ธ๐ฎ horehound
๐ฎ๐ธ horehound
๐ฐ๐ฟ ั ะพัั ะฐัะฝะด
๐ฌ๐ช แฐแแ แแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ horehound
๐ฒ๐ฝ horehound
Etymology
The term 'horehound' originates from the Middle English word 'horehond', which is derived from Old English 'haruhund'. The name reflects the plant's hairy appearance ('hore' meaning hairy and 'hound' used as a term for a type of plant). Horehound has been used for centuries, with references found in ancient texts like the writings of Dioscorides and Pliny the Elder, who mentioned its medicinal properties. Traditionally, horehound was utilized not only for its therapeutic benefits but also as a flavoring agent in candies and beverages. Its historical popularity in herbal remedies has persisted into modern times, particularly for its efficacy in treating respiratory ailments. The plant has been cultivated widely, particularly in Europe and parts of North America, where it continues to be valued for its health benefits.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #39,167, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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