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horsetail

/ˈhɔːrsˌteɪl/ noun · British & US
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What does horsetail mean?

noun

A plant of the genus Equisetum, having a long, thin stem and feathery leaves. A long, thin, tapering tail, especially one attached to a horse's saddle.

Example

"The horsetail plant was used in traditional medicine for centuries."

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