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angelica


an·gel·i·ca

A0298900 (ăn-jĕl′ĭ-kə)n.1. a. Any of various herbs of the genus Angelica in the parsley family, having pinnately compound leaves and small white or greenish flowers in compound umbels, especially the Eurasian A. archangelica, whose roots and fruits are used in flavoring liqueurs and whose stems are candied and eaten.b. The edible stem, leaf, or root of Angelica archangelica.2. often Angelica A sweet white wine or liqueur.
[Medieval Latin (herba) angelica, angelic (herb), angelica, from Late Latin, feminine of angelicus, angelic, from Late Greek angelikos, from Greek, of a messenger, from angelos, messenger.]

angelica

(ænˈdʒɛlɪkə) n1. (Plants) Also called: archangel any tall umbelliferous plant of the genus Angelica, having compound leaves and clusters of small white or greenish flowers, esp A. archangelica, the aromatic seeds, leaves, and stems of which are used in medicine and cookery2. (Cookery) the candied stems of this plant, used for decorating and flavouring sweet dishes[C16: from Medieval Latin (herba) angelica angelic (herb)]

an•gel•i•ca

(ænˈdʒɛl ɪ kə)

n., pl. -cas. 1. any plant belonging to the genus Angelica, of the parsley family, cultivated for its medicinal root and edible stalks. 2. the candied stalks of this plant. [1570–80; < Medieval Latin (herba) angelica angelic (herb)]
Thesaurus
Noun1.angelica - any of various tall and stout herbs of the genus Angelica having pinnately compound leaves and small white or greenish flowers in compound umbelsangelica - any of various tall and stout herbs of the genus Angelica having pinnately compound leaves and small white or greenish flowers in compound umbelsangeliqueherb, herbaceous plant - a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pestsgenus Angelica - biennial or perennial herbs of the northern hemisphere; have a taprootAngelica Archangelica, garden angelica, archangel - a biennial cultivated herb; its stems are candied and eaten and its roots are used medicinallyAngelica sylvestris, wild angelica - European herb with compound leaves and white flowers; adventive on Cape Breton Island
2.angelica - candied stalks of the angelica plantflavorer, flavoring, flavourer, flavouring, seasoning, seasoner - something added to food primarily for the savor it imparts
3.angelica - aromatic stems or leaves or roots of Angelica Archangelicaangelica - aromatic stems or leaves or roots of Angelica Archangelicaherb - aromatic potherb used in cookery for its savory qualities
Translations

angelica


A plant that is antimicrobial, antispasmodic, diuretic, and expectorant, and has been used for asthma, bronchitis, colds, GI complaints, and urinary tract infections
Fringe Angelica essence is believed to provide protection and guidance from spiritual beings at the time of birth and death
Herbal A perennial herb that contains volatile oils—e.g., caryophyllene, linalool, limonene, phellandrene, pinene, and others—as well as coumarins—e.g., bergapten, umbelliferone, xanthotoxol

an·gel·i·ca

(an-jel'i-kă) An Asian herb (A. sinensis) that is used in many forms (dried root preparations, oils, tinctures) against various complaints; adverse reactions have been widely reported.
Synonym(s): dong quai.
[L., angelic]

angelica


Related to angelica: Angelica Archangelica, angelica root
  • noun

Synonyms for angelica

noun any of various tall and stout herbs of the genus Angelica having pinnately compound leaves and small white or greenish flowers in compound umbels

Synonyms

  • angelique

Related Words

  • herb
  • herbaceous plant
  • genus Angelica
  • Angelica Archangelica
  • garden angelica
  • archangel
  • Angelica sylvestris
  • wild angelica

noun candied stalks of the angelica plant

Related Words

  • flavorer
  • flavoring
  • flavourer
  • flavouring
  • seasoning
  • seasoner

noun aromatic stems or leaves or roots of Angelica Archangelica

Related Words

  • herb
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