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catnip

The correct spelling is catnip.

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noun

IPA: /ˈkatnɪp/

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The correct spelling is catnip. Any of the about 250 species of flowering plant of the genus Nepeta, family Lamiaceae, certain of which are said to have medicinal qualities.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.Any of the about 250 species of flowering plant of the genus Nepeta, family Lamiaceae, certain of which are said to have medicinal qualities.
  2. 2.Something that causes excitement or interest.

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