hemlock
Translation
hemlock
Examples
Hemlock is a highly poisonous plant.
Hemlock is a highly poisonous plant.
Socrates was forced to drink hemlock.
Socrates was forced to drink hemlock.
Grammar Patterns
((hemlock)) a poisonous plant or the poison from it Socrates drank a cup of hemlock.
Similar Words
Synonyms: none; Other poisonous plants: nightshade, foxglove
Etymology
From Old English 'hymlice', of uncertain origin.
Memory Tips
Remember the story of the philosopher Socrates, who was executed by being forced to drink a potion made from hemlock.