poison hemlock en · NOUN
Etymology
From poison + hemlock.
Meanings
- (uncountable, usually) European hemlock Conium maculatum, an extremely poisonous plant in the carrot family, Apiaceae.
- (uncountable, usually) A lethally poisonous drink made from the plant.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| poison hemlocks | Number=Plur | lexicographic |