Etymology

illicium

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Today it means: The modified dorsal fin on the head of anglerfish, acting as a lure. Full definition →

Latin illiciō
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  1. Latin · derived fromilliciō“entice”
  2. English todayillicium

Latin illiciō (“entice”)

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