galega

/ɡəˈlɛɡə/

Definitions

1. noun

A perennial leguminous plant (Galega officinalis) native to Europe and western Asia, whose roots contain rotenone and were formerly used as a source of insecticide.

“The old farmer used galega roots to control pests in his fields.”

2. noun

A genus of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae.

“The botanist studied the different species of galega found in the region.”

Synonyms

  • Galega officinalis
  • rotenone plant

Antonyms

  • insect attractor
  • pesticide