licorice root

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Synonyms: liquorice root

Antonyms: liquorice root

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|US}} The root of the [[liquorice]] plant, {{taxfmt|Glycyrrhiza glabra|species}}, from which a sweet flavoring with an [[anise]] scent is extracted.
2. Any of several other species of plants whose roots have a similar aroma and taste.

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