The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
n. A stout aromatic Mediterranean herb (Salvia sclarea) in the mint family, having showy violet, pink, or white flower clusters and yielding an essential oil used as a flavoring and in perfumery. Also called clary sage.
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
verb-intransitive. To make a loud or shrill noise.
n. A plant (Salvia sclarea) of the Sage family, used in flavoring soups.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. Wine mixed with honey and spices, and afterward strained until it is clear.
n. A plant of the genus Salvia or sage, Salvia Sclarea.
n. In the West Indies, Heliotropium Indicum.
To make a loud or shrill noise.
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n. aromatic herb of southern Europe; cultivated in Great Britain as a potherb and widely as an ornamental
Word Usage
"The plant is a relative of mint, thyme and lavender and has its own aromatic leaves that were used as a gargle for sore throats and for treating sore eyes – the name clary comes from "clear-eye"."