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Definition of Colchicum
1. Noun. Chiefly fall-blooming perennial cormous herbs; sometimes placed in family Colchicaceae.
Exact synonyms: Genus Colchicum
Generic synonyms: Liliid Monocot Genus
Group relationships: Family Liliaceae, Liliaceae, Lily Family
Member holonyms: Autumn Crocus, Colchicum Autumnale, Meadow Saffron, Naked Lady
Generic synonyms: Liliid Monocot Genus
Group relationships: Family Liliaceae, Liliaceae, Lily Family
Member holonyms: Autumn Crocus, Colchicum Autumnale, Meadow Saffron, Naked Lady
Definition of Colchicum
1. n. A genus of bulbous-rooted plants found in many parts of Europe, including the meadow saffron.
Definition of Colchicum
1. Noun. Any of several flowers of the genus ''Colchicum'' ¹
2. Noun. (uncountable medicine) The dried seed of saffron (''Crocus'') used as an analgesic ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Colchicum
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Medical Definition of Colchicum
1. A genus of poisonous, liliaceous plants. The roots (corms) of colchicum autumnale, the fall crocus or meadow saffron, yield colchicine, which is used as a biochemical tool and to treat gout. Other members of this genus yield saffron dye, flavoring agents, and aromatics. (12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Colchicum
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