belladonna
Also called deadly nightshade. a poisonous plant, Atropa belladonna, of the nightshade family, having purplish-red flowers and black berries.
Pharmacology. a drug from the leaves and root of this plant, containing atropine and related alkaloids: used in medicine to check secretions and spasms, to relieve pain or dizziness, and as a cardiac and respiratory stimulant.
Origin of belladonna
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How to use belladonna in a sentence
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An Epitome of Homeopathic Healing Art | B. L. HillAn alkaloid discovered by Brandes in atropa belladonna or deadly nightshade.
Its effects are similar to those of belladonna, but considerably more powerful.
Popular name of a variety of house or conservatory tender bulbs, but properly applied only to the belladonna Lily.
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His lips trembled, and the pupils of his eyes were dilated, as if by a dose of belladonna.
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British Dictionary definitions for belladonna
/ (ˌbɛləˈdɒnə) /
either of two alkaloid drugs, atropine or hyoscyamine, obtained from the leaves and roots of the deadly nightshade
another name for deadly nightshade
Origin of belladonna
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Scientific definitions for belladonna
[ bĕl′ə-dŏn′ə ]
A preparation of the dried leaves or roots of deadly nightshade or related plants in the genus Belladonna, once used as a medicine. Belladonna contains several alkaloids that affect the nervous system by blocking the effects of acetylcholine.
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