: a perennial composite (see compositeentry 1 sense 1b) herb (Chamaemelum nobile synonym Anthemis nobilis) of Europe and North Africa with aromatic (see aromaticentry 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 naturalizesense 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
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Examples of chamomile in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebHerbal teas that contain valerian root, lemon balm, and chamomile confer additional relaxation benefits that encourage sleep.—Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 10 July 2024 For instance, the Good Night blend is a combination of lavender, sweet marjoram, chamomile, bergamot, ylang ylang, sandalwood, vanilla, and a few other oils.—Sherri Gordon, Health, 9 July 2024 Here's why Does globe chamomile cause allergies? Globe chamomile is known to intensify seasonal allergies.—Shelby Slade, The Arizona Republic, 17 Apr. 2024 It’s made from a recipe of 24 botanicals (no Monkey 47, but still), including lavender, chamomile, elderflower, and linden.—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 25 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for chamomile
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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
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