heal-all

[ heel-awl ]

noun

1. the selfheal, Prunella vulgaris.

heal-all

noun

1. See selfheal
   another name for selfheal

Word History and Origins

Origin of heal-all¹

First recorded in 1570–80

Example Sentences

We have in the present day a popular remedy for cuts and other wounds, sold under the name of Heal-all.

From Project Gutenberg

From April to July the purple blossoms of the self-heal, or heal-all, may be found in the borders of woods or in open grounds.

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The flowers of the Heal-all are purple or white and bloom from early spring throughout the summer and fall.

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