Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mandrake
noun
/ˈmændreɪk/
Definition
A low plant with a thick fleshy root, believed in ancient times to have magical properties.
Examples
- The mandrake root was often used in ancient potions.
- In folklore, it was said that mandrakes would scream when uprooted.
- Some people use mandrake in herbal remedies for various ailments.
Meaning
Mandrake is often associated with folklore and traditional medicine due to its unusual root shape and storied history.
Synonyms
- Mandragora
- Herb
- Magic plant
