Definition

A type of plant that grows in Eurasia, known for its delicate leaves and small white flowers.

Example

The dropwort blooms beautifully in the summer, attracting many pollinators.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a dropwort in the wild?

No, I haven't! What does it look like?

It's a plant with finely divided leaves and small white flowers.

That sounds beautiful! I would love to see one.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dropwort is formed from "drop" (from Old English *dropa*, meaning a small amount of liquid) and "wort" (from Old English *wyrt*, meaning plant or herb). The word refers to a plant that is associated with the dropping of liquid, often used in herbal contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'small amount of liquid' ('drop') and a 'plant' ('wort') — together they describe a plant that may have liquid properties.

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