krautweed

/ˈkrɔːtˌwiːd/

Definitions

1. noun

a European plant of the genus Artemisia, with yellowish flowers and a strong, pungent smell, especially A. absinthium, which yields the herb absinthe.

“The herbalist used the leaves of the krautweed plant to make a fragrant tea.”

Synonyms

  • absinthe
  • wormwood

Antonyms

  • sweet herb