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gentian

The correct spelling is gentian.

How to pronounce gentian

noun

IPA: /ˈdʒɛn(t)ʃən/

Say it like: Jen-tia-n

The correct spelling is gentian. Any of various herbs of the family Gentianaceae found in temperate and mountainous regions with violet or blue flowers.

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noun

  1. 1.Any of various herbs of the family Gentianaceae found in temperate and mountainous regions with violet or blue flowers.
  2. 2.The dried roots and rhizome of a European gentian (Gentiana lutea), used as a tonic.

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