camomile
Americannoun
noun
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any aromatic plant of the Eurasian genus Anthemis, esp A. nobilis, whose finely dissected leaves and daisy-like flowers are used medicinally: family Asteraceae (composites)
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any plant of the related genus Matricaria, esp M. chamomilla ( German or wild camomile )
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a medicinal beverage made from the fragrant leaves and flowers of any of these plants
Etymology
Origin of camomile
C14: from Old French camomille, from Medieval Latin chamomilla, from Greek khamaimēlon, literally, earth-apple (referring to the apple-like scent of the flowers)
Example Sentences
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Some people use camomile tea, others use breathing exercises, but, for me, the most reliable tactic for getting to sleep quickly is to avoid screens before bed.
From The Verge • Jun. 4, 2022
Painkillers and antibiotics ran out quickly, and people relied on medicinal herbs used in teas such as camomile, lemon balm and wild thyme to treat illness and pain.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 11, 2022
“Try camomile tea and hopefully your core will stay warm,” says Dr. Hedge.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2018
When Walker talks about sleep he can’t, in all conscience, limit himself to whispering comforting nothings about camomile tea and warm baths.
From The Guardian • Sep. 24, 2017
But neither fasting, camomile, purgatives, nor rest could cure her.
From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende
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