Bedstraws

/ˈbɛdstrɔz/ noun

Definition

Plural of bedstraw; multiple plants or bundles of the fragrant plant historically used in bedding.

Etymology

Plural form of bedstraw, formed by adding -s to refer to multiple plants or multiple historical references to this bedding material.

Kelly Says

Before perfume became affordable, wealthy people scented their bedrooms with bundles of bedstraw and lavender—these were luxury items that showed off wealth, similar to how expensive candles work today.

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