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urticaceous

/ˌɜːrtɪˈkeɪʃəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does urticaceous mean?

adjective

Relating to or resembling nettle; covered with stinging hairs, as the nettle plant.

Example

"The urticaceous leaves of the plant caused a painful rash on her skin."

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