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Definition of pellitory - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
sneezewortTECH. UK Achillea ptarmica known for its sneezing-inducing propertiesTECH. UK
- European pellitory is sometimes called sneezewort.
2.
botanyTECH. plant of the genus Parietaria, used in herbal medicineTECH.
- Pellitory has been used traditionally to treat urinary issues.
3.
toothache plantDated Anacyclus pyrethrum used historically for toothache reliefDated
- Pellitory of Spain was used for toothaches.
Images of pellitory
Achillea ptarmica known for its sneezing-inducing properties 
plant of the genus Parietaria, used in herbal medicine 
Anacyclus pyrethrum used historically for toothache relief
Expressions with pellitory
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plant causing sneezing and irritation when touched
The gardener avoided the pellitory-of-Spain due to its irritating effects.
plant with small white flowers growing on walls and rocky areas
Pellitory-of-the-wall thrives in the cracks of old stone walls.
Origin of pellitory
Latin, pellitory (a type of plant)
Examples of pellitory in a sentence
Gardeners often cultivate pellitory for its beauty. Pellitory is often found in Mediterranean regions. The leaves of pellitory are used in various remedies. Pellitory was once a common remedy for dental pain. Herbalists often recommend pellitory for its soothing properties.
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- French:Achillea ptarmica, pariétaire, ...
- German:Bertram, Glaskraut, ...
- Italian:achillea, erba muraria, ...
- Spanish:peritaria, parietaria, ...
- Portuguese:erva-dos-espirros, parietária, ...
- Chinese:蓍草, 白头翁, ...
- Japanese:ペリトリー, ハナイカダ, ...
- Arabic:الاخيلية البيضاء, باريتاريا, ...
- Hebrew:סְנִיזְווֹרְט, פָּרְיֶטָרְיָה, ...
- Russian:пеллитория, параетария, ...
- Ukrainian:чхавиця, пелітторія, ...
- Hindi:पेलिटोरी, अकिरकरा, ...
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