Definitions

1. noun

a perennial herb with small white flowers and a bitter, slightly sweet flavor; used as a flavoring in liqueurs and soft drinks

“The bartender added a dash of woodruff to the cocktail for a unique flavor.”

2. noun

a small, deciduous shrub (Galium odoratum) with white flowers and fragrant leaves

“The woodland path was lined with the delicate blooms of woodruff and wild geranium.”