wort
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Noun — A plant, especially one used for food or medicine — often the second half of a plant's name, as in "St. John's wort."
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Etymology
From Old English wyrt, meaning "root, herb, or plant" — the same root as "root" itself and related to "orchard."
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What does “wort” mean?
The word “wort” means a plant, especially one used for food or medicine — often the second half of a plant's name, as in "St. John's wort.". In plain terms, either an old word for a plant/herb, or the unfermented liquid used in brewing beer.
How do you pronounce “wort”?
“Wort” is pronounced wurt (/wɝt/ in IPA).
How do you use “wort” in a sentence?
Here is “wort” used in a sentence: “Herbalists have used liverwort for centuries.”
What part of speech is “wort”?
“Wort” is a noun.
Where does the word “wort” come from?
The word “wort” comes from Old English. From Old English wyrt, meaning "root, herb, or plant" — the same root as "root" itself and related to "orchard.".
How many meanings does “wort” have?
“Wort” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a plant, especially one used for food or medicine — often the second half of a plant's name, as in "St. John's wort.".