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Definition of Milfoil

1. Noun. Ubiquitous strong-scented mat-forming Eurasian herb of wasteland, hedgerow or pasture having narrow serrate leaves and small usually white florets; widely naturalized in North America.

Definition of Milfoil

1. n. A common composite herb (Achillea Millefolium) with white flowers and finely dissected leaves; yarrow.

Definition of Milfoil

1. Noun. any of several pungent Eurasian herbs, of the genus ''Achillea'' ¹

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Definition of Milfoil

1. a perennial herb [n -S]

Medical Definition of Milfoil

1. A common composite herb (Achillea Millefolium) with white flowers and finely dissected leaves; yarrow. Water milfoil, an aquatic herb with dissected leaves (Myriophyllum). Origin: F. Mille-feuille, L. Millefolium; mille thousand + folium leaf. See Foil a leaf. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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