prunella.
A member of the genus Prunella of herbaceous plants, the allheals.
Meaning & usage
A member of the genus Prunella of herbaceous plants, the allheals.
Where this word comes from
From post-classical Latin prunella, from brunus + -ella, perhaps because of the plant's brown sepals.
Any of various diseases characterised by inflammation of the mouth or throat.
Where this word comes from
From post-classical Latin prunella, alternation of brunella (“infectious epidemic”), from brunus + -ella.
A smooth worsted or silk fabric, generally black, formerly used for making shoes and clergymen's gowns.
Where this word comes from
Probably a variant of prunello, with reference to the colour of the fabric. Compare French prunelle.
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