wort
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noun \ˈwərt, ˈwȯrt\Definition of WORT
: plant; especially : an herbaceous plant —usually used in combination <lousewort>
Origin of WORT
Middle English, from Old English wyrt root, herb, plant — more at root
First Known Use: before 12th century
2wort
nounDefinition of WORT
: a sweet liquid drained from mash and fermented to make beer and whiskey
Origin of WORT
Middle English, from Old English wyrt; akin to Middle High German würze brewer's wort, Old English wyrt root, herb
First Known Use: before 12th century
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