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Noun catnip has 1 sense
- catmint, catnip, Nepeta cataria - hairy aromatic perennial herb having whorls of small white purple-spotted flowers in a terminal spike; used in the past as a domestic remedy; strongly attractive to cats
--1 is a kind of herb, herbaceous plant
--1 is a member of Nepeta, genus Nepeta
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Definitions from the Web
Catnip
Definition:
Catnip, also known as Nepeta cataria, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the mint family. It is known for its potent effects on cats, attracting and stimulating them due to a natural chemical compound called nepetalactone. Catnip is often used as a soothing herb for feline pets.
Common Uses:
- As a stimulant for cats, inducing playful behavior or calmness.
- In herbal medicine, catnip is used as a mild sedative for humans.
- Some people use catnip as a natural insect repellent.
Sample Sentences:
- 1. The adorable kitten couldn't resist rolling around in the catnip.
- 2. My cat goes crazy for catnip-filled toys.
- 3. The catnip tea helped me relax and fall asleep faster.
- 4. The gardener planted catnip around the house to keep mosquitoes away.
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Catnip Insect Repellent
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