GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English
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‖Prunella , n. [NL., perhaps from G. bræune quinsy, croup.] (Med.) (a) Angina, or angina pectoris. (b) Thrush.1913 Webster
Prunella salt (Old Chem.), niter fused and cast into little balls.
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{ Prunella, Prunello, } n. [F. prunelle, probably so called from its color resembling that of prunes. See Prune, n.] A smooth woolen stuff, generally black, used for making shoes; a kind of lasting; -- formerly used also for clergymen's gowns.1913 Webster