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reseda

Pronunciation: /ˈrɛsɪdə, rɪˈsiːdə/

Definition of reseda

noun

  • a plant of the genus Reseda (family Resedaceae), especially (in gardening) a mignonette.

Origin:

mid 18th century: from Latin, interpreted in the sense 'assuage!', imperative of resedare, with reference to its supposed curative powers

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