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Vocabulary Entry
glycyrrhiza
|noun
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N
noun
A plant of the legume family, specifically the root of Glycyrrhiza glabra, used for flavoring and medicinal purposes.
Example Sentences
"Glycyrrhiza is often used in herbal remedies."
"The sweet flavor of glycyrrhiza makes it a popular ingredient in candies."
"Extracts of glycyrrhiza can be found in some cough syrups."