Synonyms for costmary
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
An aromatic plant (Tanacetum balsamita), once used to flavour ale (prior to use of hops); also used as a bookmark in Bibles and other holy texts to dissuade silverfish and other pests.
Forms
- Plural
- costmaries → ale-costs…
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| costmary | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.