Definition of Spikenard

1. Noun. An aromatic ointment used in antiquity.

Exact synonyms: Nard
Generic synonyms: Cream, Emollient, Ointment

Definition of Spikenard

1. n. An aromatic plant. In the United States it is the Aralia racemosa, often called spignet, and used as a medicine. The spikenard of the ancients is the Nardostachys Jatamansi, a native of the Himalayan region. From its blackish roots a perfume for the hair is still prepared in India.

Definition of Spikenard

1. Noun. A perfumed ointment. ¹

2. Noun. The plant, ''Nardostachys jatamans'', from which the ointment comes. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Spikenard

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Medical Definition of Spikenard

1. 1. An aromatic plant. In the United States it is the Aralia racemosa, often called spignet, and used as a medicine. The spikenard of the ancients is the Nardostachys Jatamansi, a native of the Himalayan region. From its blackish roots a perfume for the hair is still prepared in India. 2. A fragrant essential oil, as that from the Nardostachys Jatamansi. Origin: For spiked nard; cf. G. Spieknarde, NL. Spica nardi. See Spike an ear, and Nard. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Spikenard

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spikenard (current term)
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