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Why do the French call dandelion pissenlit?
In French, dandelion is pissenlit, a noun composed of a conjugated form of the verb pisser, to piss, the preposition en, meaning in, and the noun lit, bed, because this plant was formerly well known for its diuretic properties.
Are there dandelions in France?
With over 1200 varieties throughout Europe alone and some 50 varieties in France, the dandelion, more commonly known as “pissenlit” (pee-in-bed) because of its natural cleansing qualities, is as symbolic in France to the month of February, as a swallow is to the coming of spring.
What does a Pissabed mean?
The dandelion
Pissabed meaning The dandelion. noun. (dialect) Any of various wild plants: the dandelion, bluet, oxeye daisy, etc. noun.
Why is it called dent de lion?
The plants are edible and in the case of the leaves nutritious for humans. Their name comes from the French term “dent de lion”, which means “lion’s tooth”. The name refers to the highly indented and jagged shape of the leaves. I’m always pleased to see the tooth of the lion in bloom.
Why is dandelion called lion’s tooth?
“Dandelion” is an English corruption of the French name for this plant: “dent de lion” meaning “lion’s tooth”, a reference to the tooth-like serrations on the plant’s leaves. It was known as lion’s tooth in other Latin based languages in Europe, too, so the English corruption may have evolved separately numerous times.
What does poppet mean in British English?
1a Midland : doll. b obsolete : marionette. 2 chiefly British : dear. 3a : an upright support or guide of a machine that is fastened at the bottom only.
What does poppet mean in Australia?
A young woman or girl.
How do you pronounce Pissenlit?
Pronunciation
- IPA: /pi.sɑ̃.li/
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Is Dandelion a diuretic?
Dandelion leaves act as a diuretic, increasing the amount of urine your body makes. The leaves are used to stimulate the appetite and help digestion. Dandelion flower has antioxidant properties. Dandelion may also help improve the immune system.
What is the meaning of the name dandelion?
lion’s tooth
The English name, dandelion, is a corruption of the French dent de lion meaning “lion’s tooth”, referring to the coarsely toothed leaves.