Definition of "boneset" [bone•set]

• Any of several plants of the genus Eupatorium in the composite family, especially the eastern North American species E. perfoliatum, having opposite leaves united around the stem and clusters of small white flower heads. Also called thoroughwort. (noun)

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• "I think Mrs. Klopton was fascinated out of her theories by the "boneset" in connection with the fractured arm."
• ""It's after, 'boneset's good for colds,'" said Polly, puckering up her face again at the thought."
• "The boneset, comfrey, and cherry bark were steeping in a small pan of hot water set by the fire."