Definition for DAME'S-VI-O-LET, or DAME'-WORT

DAME'S-VI-O-LET, or DAME'-WORT, n.

A plant of the genus Hesperis; called also queen's gilly-flower, or rocket. It is remarkable for its fragrant odor, and ladies are fond of having it in their apartments.

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