wolfsbanes

[US]/ˌwʊlfzˈbeɪnz/
[UK]/ˌwʊlfzˈbeɪnz/

Translation

n.A genus of poisonous plants with hooded purple flowers; monkshood; Any of several related or similar poisonous plants, especially those of the genus Aconitum; A herb in the Delphinium family, also called wolfsbane; Stellera chamaejasme or related species, a toxic plant used in traditional medicine

Example Sentences

gardeners handle wolfsbanes with protective gloves to avoid skin contact.

the ancient apothecary stored wolfsbanes in a locked iron cabinet.

wolfsbanes contain deadly alkaloids that affect the nervous system.

medieval warriors used wolfsbanes extract to poison their arrowheads.

folklore claims that wolfsbanes can repel werewolves and evil spirits.

botanists discovered rare wolfsbanes growing in the shaded mountain valleys.

the distinctive purple hooded flowers make wolfsbanes easily identifiable.

antidotes for wolfsbanes poisoning must be administered immediately.

wild animals instinctively avoid grazing near wolfsbanes in the forest.

the fantasy novel featured wolfsbanes as a crucial ingredient in the protection potion.

scientists are studying wolfsbanes compounds for potential pain-relief applications.

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