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hemlock
nounfemininegeneral useuncommon/siˈkutɐ/ci·cu·ta
Definition
1A poisonous plant of the Apiaceae family (Conium maculatum), known for being used in the execution of Socrates.
Usage examples
“Hemlock is a highly toxic plant that can be fatal.”
“In Ancient Greece, hemlock was used as a method of execution.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
hemlock poisonhemlock plant