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loosestrifeMain Entry: loose·strife Pronunciation: \ˈlü(s)-ˌstrīf\ Function: noun Etymology: intended as translation of Greek lysimacheios loosestrife (as if from lysis act of loosing + machesthai to fight) — more at lysis Date: 1548 1 : any of a genus (Lysimachia) of plants of the primrose family with leafy stems and usually yellow or white flowers
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