savin
Savin (noun) means a low evergreen shrub (Juniperus sabina) native to Europe, historically used to produce a medicinal oil. Example: “Savin was once used in folk remedies, though it can be toxic in large doses.”
Word forms
savins plural, Savins plural
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_____ was once used in folk remedies, though it can be toxic in large doses.
Etymology
From Old French savine, ultimately from Latin sabīna.
Synonyms
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What does “savin” mean?
The word “savin” means a low evergreen shrub (Juniperus sabina) native to Europe, historically used to produce a medicinal oil.
How do you pronounce “savin”?
“Savin” is pronounced SA-vihn (/ˈsævɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “savin” in a sentence?
Here is “savin” used in a sentence: “Savin was once used in folk remedies, though it can be toxic in large doses.”
What part of speech is “savin”?
“Savin” is a noun.
Where does the word “savin” come from?
The word “savin” comes from Latin. From Old French savine, ultimately from Latin sabīna.