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pile·wort  (plwûrt, -wôrt)

n.

Any of several plants, such as the lesser celandine and the fireweed, that are reputed to be effective in treating hemorrhoids.

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[From its use in treating piles.]

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pilewort [ˈpaɪlˌwɜːt]

n

(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Plants) any of several plants, such as lesser celandine, thought to be effective in treating piles

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pilewort - perennial herb native to Europe but naturalized elsewhere having heart-shaped leaves and yellow flowers resembling buttercups; its tuberous roots have been used as a poultice to relieve piles lesser celandine, Ranunculus ficaria flower - a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms genus Ranunculus, Ranunculus - annual, biennial or perennial herbs: buttercup; crowfoot