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Vocabulary Entry
sanguinaria
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
A plant in the poppy family, specifically Sanguinaria canadensis, known for its medicinal properties and distinctive bloodroot.
Example Sentences
"The sanguinaria thrives in shaded woodland areas."
"She used the sanguinaria extract for its anti-inflammatory properties."
"The flower of the sanguinaria is one of the first to bloom in spring."
A
adjective
Relating to or having blood; sometimes used metaphorically.
Example Sentences
"His sanguinaria disposition made him sympathetic to others' suffering."
"The artist used sanguinaria tones in his painting to convey warmth."
"Her sanguinaria expressions indicated a deep passion for her work."