Etymology

lungwort

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Today it means: Any of various European plants, of the genus Pulmonaria (family Boraginaceae), that were once used to treat respiratory disorders. Full definition →

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The story

From lung + wort. * Having an appearance reminiscent of lungs * Having been used as a treatment for respiratory ailments

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