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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

aconitum

/ˈæksənɪtəm/ noun · British & US
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What does aconitum mean?

noun

Aconitum is a genus of flowering plants in the family Ranunculaceae, commonly known as monk's hood or wolf's bane. It is a perennial plant with a tall stem and a hood-like flower.

Example

"The botanist carefully examined the aconitum plant in the garden, noting its distinctive hood-like flowers."

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