viscum

vɪskəm

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of flowering plants in the family Santalaceae, particularly mistletoe

“The viscum plants were found growing on the branches of the oak tree.”

2. adjective

Related to or resembling mistletoe

“The viscum berries were used in traditional medicine for their medicinal properties.”

Synonyms

  • mistletoe
  • santalaceae

Antonyms

  • flower
  • herb