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
Soothe frayed nerves by packaging up dried mint or camomile in a Mason jar, or create homemade tea bags.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 4, 2021
Her cleanser, moisturizer and serums have vitamins and ingredients such as alpla lipoic acid and camomile extract but don’t contain fragrances or preservatives.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 15, 2016
Some people also react to substances from the Compositae family of plants, a large group that includes camomile and chrysanthemum.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 18, 2016
Dussel had an eye infection and was sitting next to the stove dabbing his eye with camomile tea.
From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank
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