Dictionary and Thesaurus

Definition of Scammony

• (n.) A species of bindweed or Convolvulus (C. Scammonia).
• (n.) An inspissated sap obtained from the root of the Convolvulus Scammonia, of a blackish gray color, a nauseous smell like that of old cheese, and a somewhat acrid taste. It is used in medicine as a cathartic.

Synonyms of Scammony

• Ipomoea Orizabensis
• Convolvulus Scammonia

Antonyms of Scammony

Homophones of Scammony