noun

burnet

Burnet (noun) means any of the herbs of genus Sanguisorba (syn. Poterium), including salad burnet (Sanguisorba minor), an herb used in salads and herbal teas.

noun

Any of the herbs of genus Sanguisorba (syn. Poterium), including salad burnet (Sanguisorba minor), an herb used in salads and herbal teas.

Any of several species of moths of the family Zygaenidae, typically having black forewings with red spots.

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Etymology

From Middle English burnet, from Old French brunet, brunete (“brunette”). Doublet of brunette.

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of burnet?

"burnet" (noun) means any of the herbs of genus Sanguisorba (syn. Poterium), including salad burnet (Sanguisorba minor), an herb used in salads and herbal teas.

What are the different meanings of burnet?

"burnet" has 2 main meanings: 1. Any of the herbs of genus Sanguisorba (syn. Poterium), including salad burnet (Sanguisorba minor), an herb used in salads and herbal teas; 2. Any of several species of moths of the family Zygaenidae, typically having black forewings with red spots.