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单词 quinine flower
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Definition of quinine flower in English:

quinine flower

noun
US
  • A bitter plant of the family Gentianaceae, Sabatia brevifolia (formerly S. elliottii), an extract of which was formerly used medicinally in the U.S. in place of quinine.

Origin

Late 19th century; earliest use found in The Lancet.

 
 

Definition of quinine flower in US English:

quinine flower

noun
US
  • A bitter plant of the family Gentianaceae, Sabatia brevifolia (formerly S. elliottii), an extract of which was formerly used medicinally in the U.S. in place of quinine.

Origin

Late 19th century; earliest use found in The Lancet.

 
 
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