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Meaning of nightshade in English
Pronunciation
/ˈnaɪtˌʃeɪd/
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Noun
nightshade
Etymology
Old English nihtscada, apparently from night+ shade, probably with reference to the dark color and poisonous properties of the berries. Compare with German Nachtschatten
Definitions
1.
any of numerous shrubs or herbs or vines of the genus Solanum
Examples
« most are poisonous though many bear edible fruit »