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butterbur

 

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Noun butterbur has 1 sense
  1. butterbur, bog rhubarb, Petasites hybridus, Petasites vulgaris - small Eurasian herb having broad leaves and lilac-pink rayless flowers; found in moist areas
    --1 is a kind of herb, herbaceous plant
    --1 is a member of Petasites, genus Petasites

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Definition of Butterbur

Noun: Butterbur is a large perennial herb of the daisy family, native to Europe and Asia, with oversized heart-shaped leaves.

Sample Sentence: The butterbur plant grows along riverbanks and in damp meadows.

Noun: Butterbur refers to the dried rhizomes of the butterbur plant, used in herbal medicine to relieve migraines and allergies.

Sample Sentence: Some people find butterbur supplements helpful in reducing the frequency of their migraines.

Adjective: Butterbur can be used to describe something that is related to or resembling butterbur plants.

Sample Sentence: The painting depicted a peaceful scene with beautiful butterbur flowers in the foreground.

Local: Butterbur can refer to a specific traditional dish popular in certain regions.

Sample Sentence: If you visit that town, don't forget to try their famous butterbur stew.

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