Definition of angelica
1a : any of a genus (Angelica) of herbs of the carrot family; especially : a Eurasian biennial or perennial (A. archangelica) whose roots and seeds yield a flavoring oil and whose young stems are often candiedb : a confection prepared from angelica
2 capitalized : a sweet fortified wine
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Orange Blossom mixes with water lily, orris, and balsamic vetiver for a sharp and fresh floral scent while Tuberose Angelica is a richer cologne that blends white florals and angelica with warmer notes of amberwood.
In June, when the Arctic sun never sets, the lowlands of Disko are covered with flowering angelica.
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Origin and Etymology of angelica
New Latin, genus name, from Medieval Latin, from Late Latin, feminine of angelicus angelic, from Late Greek angelikos, from Greek, of a messenger, from angelos
First Known Use: 1527See Words from the same year
Medical Definition of angelica
1 capitalized : a genus of usually white-flowered herbs of the family Umbelliferae native to the northern hemisphere and New Zealand
2: any plant of the genus Angelica; especially : a biennial or perennial herb (A. archangelica) having young stems that are candied and roots and seeds that yield a flavoring oil—see angelica root
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