yellow dock (Meaning)
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yellow dock (n)
European dock with broad obtuse leaves and bitter rootstock common as a weed in North America
Synonyms & Antonyms of yellow dock
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yellow dock Sentence Examples
- The bruise was yellow dock, indicating the onset of jaundice.
- The herbalist prescribed yellow dock tincture to cleanse the liver.
- The plant's yellow dock leaves have a bitter taste and astringent qualities.
- The root of yellow dock is rich in anthraquinones, which have laxative effects.
- Yellow dock is traditionally used to treat digestive disorders and skin conditions.
- The flowers of yellow dock are inconspicuous, but the leaves are readily identifiable by their distinct shape and veins.
- Yellow dock found in meadows and disturbed areas can reach heights of several feet.
- The genus name "Rumex" for yellow dock refers to the Latin word for "spear," describing the shape of the plant's leaves.
- Yellow dock's leaves can be used to create a natural dye for textiles.
- The plant's yellow dock pigments are also responsible for its laxative properties.
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European dock with broad obtuse leaves and bitter rootstock common as a weed in North America
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The bruise was yellow dock, indicating the onset of jaundice.
The herbalist prescribed yellow dock tincture to cleanse the liver.
The plant's yellow dock leaves have a bitter taste and astringent qualities.
The root of yellow dock is rich in anthraquinones, which have laxative effects.
