horseheal

English

Etymology

From Middle English horshelne, from Old English horselene, a compound of hors (“horse”) and elene (“elecampane”). The compound was later reinterpreted as being formed of horse +‎ heal, as it was supposed to cure diseases of horses.

Pronunciation

Noun

horseheal (uncountable)

  1. The plant elecampane.

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