camomile

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 Translations

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First coined 1265, from French camomille < Latin chamoemelon < Ancient Greek χαμαίμηλον (chamaimēlon), “‘earth-apple’”) < χαμαί (chamai), “‘on the ground’”) + μήλον (mēlon), “‘apple’”). So called because of the applelike scent of the plant.

Note: The "ch-" spelling is used especially in science and pharmacology.

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camomile

1. A composite plant, Anthemis nobilis, which resembles the daisy and possesses a bitter, aromatic quality. It is used in the making of teas and as a herbal remedy for many problems, esp. for the stomach. Native to the Britain and parts of western Europe and often called Roman camomile. Distinguished from German chamomile.
2. A tea made from camomile leaves.

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