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There are 4 meanings of the word
Hemlock.
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Hemlock - as a noun
Poisonous drug derived from an eurasian plant of the genus conium
Example: "Socrates refused to flee and died by drinking hemlock"
Large branching biennial herb native to eurasia and africa and adventive in north america having large fernlike leaves and white flowers; usually found in damp habitats; all parts extremely poisonous
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
california fernconium maculatumnebraska fernpoison hemlockpoison parsleywinter fernSoft coarse splintery wood of a hemlock tree especially the western hemlock
An evergreen tree, could refer to any one of a genus of conifers named tsuga
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hemlock treeHypernyms (Closely Related)
coniferconiferous treeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The hemlock tree has distinct feathery foliage."
"Socrates famously drank a cup of hemlock to fulfill his death sentence."
"The hemlock tea is known for its bitter taste."
"Many animals avoid grazing near hemlock due to its toxicity."
"The hemlock forest provides a habitat for various bird species."
Word Game Points
Is HEMLOCK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hemlock is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HEMLOCK has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is HEMLOCK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hemlock is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHEMLOCK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is HEMLOCK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hemlock is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHEMLOCK has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
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