Hellebore ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Hellebore ( noun )

1. A perennial plant of the buttercup family that has leathery leaves and large white, pink, or purplish flowers, typically blooming in early spring.
2. A poisonous plant of the buttercup family.

Origin:

The word hellebore comes from the greek word "helleboros" which means "to injure" or "to kill". the word has been in use since the 16th century.

Examples:

1. She planted hellebores in the garden for their beautiful flowers.
2. The hellebore is a poisonous plant and should be handled with care.
3. The hellebore flowers are usually white, pink, or purplish and bloom in early spring.
4. The hellebore leaves are leathery and can be used for medicinal purposes.
5. In ancient times, the root of hellebore was used to treat mental illness.

(As a verb)

Hellebore ( verb )

1. A perennial plant of the buttercup family that has leathery leaves and large white, pink, or purplish flowers, typically blooming in early spring.
2. A poisonous plant of the buttercup family.

Origin:

The word hellebore comes from the greek word "helleboros" which means "to injure" or "to kill". the word has been in use since the 16th century.

Examples:

1. She planted hellebores in the garden for their beautiful flowers.
2. The hellebore is a poisonous plant and should be handled with care.
3. The hellebore flowers are usually white, pink, or purplish and bloom in early spring.
4. The hellebore leaves are leathery and can be used for medicinal purposes.
5. In ancient times, the root of hellebore was used to treat mental illness.