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mistletoe

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Noun — A parasitic evergreen plant with white berries that grows on tree branches, traditionally hung as a Christmas decoration.

How to use mistletoe

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

kiss under the mistletoe hang the mistletoe

Etymology

From Old English misteltān, from mistel ("mistletoe") plus tān ("twig"). The final syllable was later mistaken for "toe."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “mistletoe” mean?

The word “mistletoe” means a parasitic evergreen plant with white berries that grows on tree branches, traditionally hung as a Christmas decoration. In plain terms, a festive plant with white berries, famous for the tradition that people standing beneath it may kiss.

How do you pronounce “mistletoe”?

“Mistletoe” is pronounced MIHSL-toh (/ˈmɪsəlˌtoʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “mistletoe” in a sentence?

Here is “mistletoe” used in a sentence: “They kissed under the mistletoe at the office party.”

What part of speech is “mistletoe”?

“Mistletoe” is a noun.

Where does the word “mistletoe” come from?

The word “mistletoe” comes from Old English. From Old English misteltān, from mistel ("mistletoe") plus tān ("twig"). The final syllable was later mistaken for "toe.".

Related words

mistle thrush viscin viscivorus viscotoxin

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