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chamomile
noun
cham·o·mile
ˈka-mə-ˌmī(-ə)l 
-ˌmēl
-ˌmēl
variants
or camomile
1
: a perennial composite (see composite entry 1 sense 1b) herb (Chamaemelum nobile synonym Anthemis nobilis) of Europe and North Africa with aromatic (see aromatic entry 1 sense 1) foliage and flower heads
2
: any of several composite plants (genera Matricaria and Anthemis) related to chamomile
especially
: an annual Eurasian herb (M. recutita synonym M. chamomilla) naturalized (see naturalize sense 4) in North America
3
: the dried flower heads of chamomile that are often used in making tea and that yield an essential oil possessing medicinal properties
Examples of chamomile in a Sentence
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The glass jars lining the shelves of this compact unit in central Plymouth, on the south coast of England, are filled with cow parsley, red clover, and corn chamomile.
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Frankie Adkins, WIRED, 10 Apr. 2024
Made with all-natural ingredients such as oatmeal, aloe vera, and chamomile, your pet's skin will be left moisturized and revitalized.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
It's made with a Japanese citrus and chamomile blend that's not too strong but can still tackle hormonal changes.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 27 Mar. 2024
Some are fans of green tea, or calming chamomile, while others prefer the caffeine kick of black tea.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2024
The masks also use botanicals, like chamomile and edelweiss, which can help fight redness, acne, and wrinkles.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 22 Feb. 2024
Some flowers that are considered edible include alliums, nasturtiums, marigolds, pansies, borage, chamomile, and squash blossoms.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2024
The spa’s entry lounge is bathed in deep blue, the perfect place to emerge from the three new treatment rooms for a cup of chamomile tea and a pine-nut-and-almond biscuit.
—Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 28 Mar. 2024
Create a playlist of calming tunes, download a chill but entertaining podcast, keep a comforting snack or drink nearby (thermos of chamomile tea, anyone?), and turn the AC or heat to a pleasant temp.
—Ashley Abramson, SELF, 25 Mar. 2024
Frankie Adkins, WIRED, 10 Apr. 2024
Made with all-natural ingredients such as oatmeal, aloe vera, and chamomile, your pet's skin will be left moisturized and revitalized.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
It's made with a Japanese citrus and chamomile blend that's not too strong but can still tackle hormonal changes.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 27 Mar. 2024
Some are fans of green tea, or calming chamomile, while others prefer the caffeine kick of black tea.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2024
The masks also use botanicals, like chamomile and edelweiss, which can help fight redness, acne, and wrinkles.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 22 Feb. 2024
Some flowers that are considered edible include alliums, nasturtiums, marigolds, pansies, borage, chamomile, and squash blossoms.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2024
The spa’s entry lounge is bathed in deep blue, the perfect place to emerge from the three new treatment rooms for a cup of chamomile tea and a pine-nut-and-almond biscuit.
—Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 28 Mar. 2024
Create a playlist of calming tunes, download a chill but entertaining podcast, keep a comforting snack or drink nearby (thermos of chamomile tea, anyone?), and turn the AC or heat to a pleasant temp.
—Ashley Abramson, SELF, 25 Mar. 2024
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Word History
Etymology
Middle English camemille, from Medieval Latin camomilla, modification of Latin chamaemelon, from Greek chamaimēlon, from chamai + mēlon apple
First Known Use
13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Time Traveler
The first known use of chamomile was
in the 13th century
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“Chamomile.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chamomile. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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Kids Definition
chamomile
noun
cham·o·mile
variants
or camomile
ˈkam-ə-ˌmīl,
-ˌmēl
1
: an herb related to the daisies with strong-scented leaves and flower heads
2
: the dried flower heads of chamomile often used in making tea
Medical Definition
chamomile
noun
cham·o·mile
variants
or camomile
1
a
: a composite herb (Chamaemelum nobile synonym Anthemis nobilis) of Europe and Africa having aromatic flower heads
b
: any of several related composite plants (genera Anthemis and Matricaria)
especially
: a Eurasian herb of the genus Matricaria (M. recutita synonym M. chamomilla) naturalized in North America
2
: the dried flower heads of a chamomile that are often used in making tea and that yield an essential oil possessing medicinal properties
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