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单词 pewterwort
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Definition of pewterwort in English:

pewterwort

noun ˈpjuːtəwəːt
archaic
  • The rough horsetail, Equisetum hyemale.

Origin

Late 16th century; earliest use found in John Gerard (c1545–1612), herbalist. From pewter + wort, so called on account of its use in polishing pewter and other utensils.

Definition of pewterwort in US English:

pewterwort

nounˈpjuːtəwəːt
archaic
  • The rough horsetail, Equisetum hyemale.

Origin

Late 16th century; earliest use found in John Gerard (c1545–1612), herbalist. From pewter + wort, so called on account of its use in polishing pewter and other utensils.

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