comfrey Meaning & Definition
/ˈkʌm.fɹi/
What Does Comfrey Mean?
Comfrey is used as a noun meaning Any of several species of perennial herbs of the genus Symphytum, often specifically common comfrey (Symphytum officinale).
Quick Facts About Comfrey
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈkʌm.fɹi/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | cumfrey and healing herb |
| Plural | comfreys |
Comfrey Definition (Noun)
- Any of several species of perennial herbs of the genus Symphytum, often specifically common comfrey (Symphytum officinale).
Noun
- Any of several species of perennial herbs of the genus Symphytum, often specifically Symphytum officinale.
Synonyms of Comfrey
cumfreyhealing herb
Comfrey synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
comfrey (countable and uncountable, plural comfreys)
Words That Rhyme With Comfrey
Origin of Comfrey
From Middle English cumfiria, from Latin (herba) cōnfirma in Pseudo-Apuleius, also called cōnsolida, cōnserva, cōnferva, from conferveo (“to boil together”); from the use of the plant in tea to aid in healing bones.
Pronouncing Comfrey
The standard pronunciation of comfrey is /ˈkʌm.fɹi/, spoken in 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (kʌm).
Common Questions About Comfrey
What part of speech is comfrey?
Comfrey is a noun.
What is another word for comfrey?
You can replace comfrey with words such as cumfrey and healing herb. See the full list of comfrey synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of comfrey?
The plural of comfrey is comfreys.