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No. 6,510 in German

eisenhut

Eisenhut: Monkshood or aconite, a poisonous flowering plant.

In a sentence

  • Der Eisenhut ist eine giftige Pflanze.

    The monkshood is a poisonous plant.

    Here, 'Eisenhut' refers to a specific plant species, highlighting its context in botany.

  • Der Ritter trägt einen glänzenden Eisenhut.

    The knight wears a shiny iron helmet.

    In this sentence, 'Eisenhut' metaphorically describes an iron helmet, typically seen in medieval armor.

  • Im Mittelalter wurde der Eisenhut oft verwendet.

    In the Middle Ages, the monkshood was often used.

    This usage demonstrates 'Eisenhut' again referring to the plant but in a historical context, emphasizing its medicinal or toxic applications during that era.

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