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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

scammony

/skæmˈni/ noun · British & US
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What does scammony mean?

noun

A resinous exudation from the root of the Scammonia plant, used in medicine as a purgative, and in dyeing.

Example

"The ancient physician used scammony to treat the patient's digestive issues."

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