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Mother-in-law's Tongue

Definition:

Mother-in-law's tongue, also known as snake plant or sansevieria, is a type of perennial herb that belongs to the Asparagaceae family. It is characterized by its long, pointed leaves that are often variegated in color.

Sense 1 - Plant:

Mother-in-law's tongue is a popular ornamental plant that is commonly used for indoor decoration due to its ability to tolerate low light and neglect.

Sample Sentence: I bought a beautiful mother-in-law's tongue to add some greenery to my living room.

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Sense 2 - Speech:

Mother-in-law's tongue is a phrase used to describe someone who speaks in a sharp or scolding manner, resembling the stereotype of a strict mother-in-law.

Sample Sentence: Her words were like mother-in-law's tongue, piercing through my confidence.

Sense 3 - Culinary:

Mother-in-law's tongue is a popular local dish comprising spicy, tangy marinated snake gourd pieces, usually served as a side dish.

Sample Sentence: I love the fiery taste of mother-in-law's tongue, it pairs perfectly with rice.

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