muskroot Meaning & Definition
What Does Muskroot Mean?
Muskroot is a noun that means A tall umbelliferous plant (Ferula moschata, syn. Ferula sumbul). It can also mean Root of F. moschata, formerly used in medicine and as a substitute for musk.
Word Facts for Muskroot
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | sumbal and sumbul |
| Plural | muskroots |
Muskroot Definition (Noun)
- A tall umbelliferous plant (Ferula moschata, syn. Ferula sumbul)
- Root of F. moschata, formerly used in medicine and as a substitute for musk.
- Any plants of genus Adoxa (moschatel), especially species Adoxa moschatellina, found in most of the temperate Northern Hemisphere.
- Nard (Nardostachys jatamansi)
Synonyms of Muskroot
Muskroot synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
muskroot (usually uncountable, plural muskroots)
Origin of Muskroot
From musk + root.
Frequently Asked Questions About Muskroot
What part of speech is muskroot?
Muskroot is a noun.
What is another word for muskroot?
Close synonyms of muskroot are sumbal and sumbul. See the full list of muskroot synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of muskroot?
The plural of muskroot is muskroots.