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Noun lambkill has 1 sense
- sheep laurel, pig laurel, lambkill, Kalmia angustifolia - North American dwarf shrub resembling mountain laurel but having narrower leaves and small red flowers; poisonous to young stock
--1 is a kind of kalmia
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Lambkill
Definition:
Lambkill refers to a flowering shrub belonging to the heath family, typically found in North America. Also known as sheep laurel, lambkill bears small, bell-shaped flowers and contains poisonous compounds.
Parts of Speech:
- Noun: lambkill, lambkills
Senses:
- A flowering shrub of the heath family, found in North America.
Usages:
Popular:
- The lambkill is known for its beautiful bell-shaped flowers.
Local:
- Native tribes in the region used lambkill for medicinal purposes.
- Sheep farmers must ensure their animals are kept away from lambkill plants.
Sample Sentences:
- The lambkill shrub attracts various pollinators with its vibrant flowers.
- The indigenous people believed lambkill had healing properties.
- Please make sure the sheep are grazing in a field without any lambkill nearby.
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