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al·che·mil·la | \ ˌal-kə-ˈmi-lə \
Definition of alchemilla
1 capitalized : a genus of widely distributed perennial herbs (family Rosaceae) with compound serrate leaves and inconspicuous flowers — see lady's-mantle
2 plural -s : a plant of the genus Alchemilla
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The first known use of alchemilla was in 1526
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