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smilax

 

[ หˆsmilaks ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

botanical term

Smilax refers to a genus of flowering plants in the family Smilacaceae, commonly known for their climbing vines and spiny stems. Many species are found in tropical and subtropical regions and have been used for medicinal purposes. The plants often produce small, inconspicuous flowers and are recognized by their heart-shaped leaves.

Synonyms

catbriar, greenbriar, saw-briar

Examples of usage

  • The smilax vine climbed effortlessly over the fence.
  • Native Americans used smilax roots for various medicinal properties.
  • In gardens, smilax can be both a decorative and invasive species.

Translations

Translations of the word "smilax" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น smilax

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคฎเคฟเคฒเฅˆเค•เฅเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Smilax

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ smilax

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะผั–ะปะฐะบั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ smilax

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใƒŸใƒฉใƒƒใ‚ฏใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท smilax

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ smilax

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท smilax

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Šค๋ฐ€๋ฝ์Šค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณู…ุงูŠู„ุงูƒุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ smilax

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ smilax

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ–ฏ็ฑณๆ‹‰ๅ…‹ๆ–ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ smilax

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ smilax

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะผะธะปะฐะบัะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ›แƒ˜แƒšแƒแƒฅแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ smilax

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ smilax

Etymology

The term 'smilax' derives from the Latin word 'smilax', which is linked to the Greek word 'smilax', meaning a type of vine or climbing plant. The usage can be traced back to antiquity, where these plants were recognized for their growth habits and medicinal properties. The name reflects the characteristics of the plants within the genus, known for their thorny and vine-like nature. Botanists have categorized smilax into various species, emphasizing their relevance in both ecological systems and traditional medicine. Over time, the various uses of smilax have contributed to its popularity in herbal practices, while its distinctive growth has made it a notable subject of study in botany.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,843, 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.