camphire
- an archaic name for henna (def. 1), henna (def. 2)
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Historical Examples of camphire
Jewels fit for an emperor, perfumes like a very grove of camphire.
Two Penniless PrincessesCharlotte M. Yonge
You are all camphire and frankincense, all chastity and odour.
The Way of the WorldWilliam Congreve
I have yet to see the Eskimo who is like a bunch of camphire in the vineyards of Engedi.
The New NorthAgnes Deans Cameron
Fifty thousand drachms of the best wood of aloes, with thirty grains of camphire as big as pistachios.
The Arabian NightsUnknown
And camphire has been frequently found serviceable in excessive ferocity and want of sleep.
Medica SacraRichard Mead