alkanet

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun perennial or biennial herb cultivated for its delicate usually blue flowers

Etymology

Diminutive of Spanish alcana, alheña.

In classic literature

Synonyms

bugloss, Anchusa officinalis

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