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Definition of Dwale

1. n. The deadly nightshade (Atropa Belladonna), having stupefying qualities.

Definition of Dwale

1. Noun. (obsolete) a sleeping-potion, especially one made from belladonna ¹

2. Noun. belladonna itself, deadly nightshade; or some other soporific plant ¹

3. Noun. error, delusion ¹

4. Noun. (heraldry) a sable or black color. ¹

5. Verb. To mutter deliriously ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Dwale

1. deadly nightshade [n -S]

Medical Definition of Dwale

1. 1. The deadly nightshade (Atropa Belladonna), having stupefying qualities. 2. The tincture sable or black when blazoned according to the fantastic system in which plants are substituted for the tinctures. 3. A sleeping potion; an opiate. Origin: OE. Dwale, dwole, deception, deadly nightshade, AS. Dwala, dwola, error, doubt; akin to E. Dull. See Dull. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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