Angelica
An-gel-i-ca · proper_noun
Definitions
proper_noun
- 1.
A female given name of Latin origin, meaning "angelic."
- 2.
(noun, lowercase) A tall aromatic plant used in cooking and herbal medicine.
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Etymology
From Latin angelicus ("angelic"), from angelus ("angel"). The plant was so named because it was believed to have protective powers against evil and illness.