senega

noun

sen·​e·​ga ˈse-ni-gə How to pronounce senega (audio)
: the dried root of seneca snakeroot that contains an irritating saponin and is used as an expectorant

Word History

First Known Use

1748, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of senega was in 1748

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“Senega.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/senega. Accessed 31 Mar. 2023.

Medical Definition

senega

noun
sen·​e·​ga ˈsen-i-gə How to pronounce senega (audio)
: the dried root of seneca snakeroot that contains an irritating saponin and was formerly used as an expectorant
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