Erinize

/ˈɛrɪˌnaɪz/ verb

Definition

To treat or impregnate with a substance derived from or related to eringo; less commonly, to make spiky or hedgehog-like.

Etymology

From eringo + -ize (to cause to become or treat with). Rare verb form used in historical botanical or alchemical texts.

Kelly Says

This is such an obscure word that most dictionaries barely mention it—it's like a secret password only medieval herbalists would have understood!

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