yarrow

noun yar·row \ˈya-(ˌ)rō\

Definition of YARROW

: a widely naturalized strong-scented Eurasian composite herb (Achillea millefolium) with finely dissected leaves and small usually white corymbose flowers; also : any of several congeneric plants

Origin of YARROW

Middle English yarowe, from Old English gearwe; akin to Old High German garwa yarrow

First Known Use: before 12th century

Rhymes with YARROW

arrow, barrow, farrow, harrow, marrow, narrow

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