Speik

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German

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Etymology

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From Middle High German spīk, which was transferred from French spic (lavender) because of the similar fragrance and use of both plants.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ʃpaɪ̯k/
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Noun

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Speik m (strong, genitive Speikes or Speiks, plural Speike)

  1. Alpine valerian, valerian spikenard (the Alpine plant Valeriana celtica used in perfumery)

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