First Known Use: circa 1753
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arnica
noun ar·ni·ca \ˈär-ni-kə\
Definition of ARNICA
: any of a genus (Arnica) of composite herbs including some with bright yellow ray flowers
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arnica
noun ar·ni·ca \ˈär-ni-kə\
Medical Definition of ARNICA
1
a capitalized : a large genus of composite herbs having flower heads that are discoid or have bright yellow rays b : a plant of the genus Arnica
2
a : the dried flower head of any of several herbs of the genus Arnica (especially A. montana) used for stimulant and local irritant effect especially in the form of a liniment for bruises, sprains, and swellings b : a tincture made from arnica
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