Word Study
angelica
CIDE DICTIONARY
angelica, n. [NL. See Angelic.].
- An aromatic umbelliferous plant (
Archangelica officinalis orAngelica archangelica ) the leaf stalks of which are sometimes candied and used in confectionery, and the roots and seeds as an aromatic tonic. [1913 Webster] - The candied leaf stalks of angelica. [1913 Webster]
OXFORD DICTIONARY
angelica, n.
1 an aromatic umbelliferous plant, Angelica archangelica, used in cooking and medicine.
2 its candied stalks.
1 an aromatic umbelliferous plant, Angelica archangelica, used in cooking and medicine.
2 its candied stalks.
Etymology
med.L (herba) angelica angelic herb
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