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valerian

/vəˈlɪəɹɪən/

Meanings
  • A plant belonging to the daisy family, Valeriana officinalis, used since ancient times for its calming and sedative effects.

    - "The valerian plant has been used for centuries due to its calming effects."
    - "Valerian root is commonly used as a natural remedy for insomnia and anxiety."
    - "Some studies suggest that valerian may also have anticonvulsant and antidepressant properties."

Synonyms

allheal , cat thyme
Rhymes
Words rhyming with valerian
valour , valourous , valuable , valuation , valorization , valorously , valiantly , valiant , valiance , valiants , valiantly , valiantness , valiantly , valiantly , valiantly
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,
  1. valor () : courage, bravery


Variants
List of all variants of valerian that leads to same result
valerian , valerians , Valerian
Etymology
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The name 'valerian' comes from the Latin word 'valerianus', which means 'healthy, strong, or having the power to heal'.


Trivia
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