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单词 ague tree
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Definition of ague tree in English:

ague tree

noun ˈeɪɡjuː ˌtriː
historical
  • The sassafras, Sassafras albidum, parts of which (especially the root and bark) were formerly used in the treatment of fevers.

Origin

Late 16th century; earliest use found in John Gerard (c1545–1612), herbalist. From ague + tree, with allusion to the use of the root of this tree in the treatment of fevers.

 
 

Definition of ague tree in US English:

ague tree

nounˈeɪɡjuː ˌtriː
historical
  • The sassafras, Sassafras albidum, parts of which (especially the root and bark) were formerly used in the treatment of fevers.

Origin

Late 16th century; earliest use found in John Gerard (c1545–1612), herbalist. From ague + tree, with allusion to the use of the root of this tree in the treatment of fevers.

 
 
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