Coughwort

/ˈkɔːf.wɜːrt/ noun

Definition

A plant (such as coltsfoot) traditionally used as a herbal remedy for treating coughs and chest complaints.

Etymology

Compound from 'cough' and 'wort' (Old English for 'plant'), describing plants used medicinally for respiratory conditions.

Kelly Says

Coltsfoot was called 'coughwort' for over 2,000 years and is still used in traditional medicine, though modern science shows it may contain harmful compounds—old names can preserve both wisdom and mistakes!

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