ague tree
/ˈeɪɡjuː ˌtriː/Now historical
noun
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.
- lay down (one's) arms
- lay down one's arms (or weapons)
- lay down one's life
- lay down the law
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- layer dressing
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- layette
- lay eyes on
- lay figure
- lay hands on (also lay or put one's hands on)
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- lay into
- lay it on the line
- layman
- lay off
- lay oneself out to do something
- lay (or give) odds
- lay (or put) it on the line
- La'youn
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