Solomon's seal
nounDefinition of Solomon's seal
1 : any of a genus (Polygonatum) of perennial herbs of the lily family with tubular flowers and gnarled rhizomes
2 : an emblem consisting of two interlaced triangles forming a 6-pointed star and formerly used as an amulet especially against fever — compare hexagram
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