Wormwood

usgb/ˈwɜːrmwʊd/
noun

A plant that has a bitter taste and is used in medicines.

The medicinal properties of wormwood have been known for centuries.
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Medicinal Usage

Wormwood is known for its use in medicine, especially in digestive aids.

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Herbalists often include wormwood in tinctures for stomach ailments.
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Bitter Flavor

Wormwood is very bitter, so the term can describe anything with a similar, strong bitterness.

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The wormwood in the tea gave it a powerful kick.
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Absinthe Ingredient

Wormwood is famously used in absinthe, an alcoholic beverage with a rich cultural history.

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The green fairy, or absinthe, gets its distinct flavor from wormwood.
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