death camass

death cam·ass

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [deth kam-uh s]
- /dɛθ ˈkæm əs/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [deth kam-uh s]
- /dɛθ ˈkæm əs/

Definitions of death camass words

noun death camass any liliaceous plant of the genus Zygadenus (or Zigadenus), of the western US, that is poisonous to livestock, esp sheep 3
noun death camass any of several North American plants belonging to the genus Zigadenus, of the lily family, having narrow leaves and clusters of flowers. 1
noun death camass the root of any of these plants, poisonous to sheep and other animals. 1

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Origin of death camass

First appearance:

before 1885

One of the 21% newest English words

An Americanism dating back to 1885-90

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Parts of speech for Death camass

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death camass popularity

This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 29% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

According to our data about 69% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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