MEADOW SAFFRON
\mˈɛdə͡ʊ sˈafɹɒn], \mˈɛdəʊ sˈafɹɒn], \m_ˈɛ_d_əʊ s_ˈa_f_ɹ_ɒ_n]\
Definitions of MEADOW SAFFRON
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A genus of poisonous, liliaceous plants. The roots (corms) of Colchicum autumnale, the fall crocus or meadow saffron, yield COLCHICINE, which is used as a biochemical tool and to treat gout. Other members of this genus yield saffron dye, flavoring agents, and aromatics.
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