Poison Ivy (1985 film) definition

Poison Ivy (1985 film)

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noun

(1) Climbing plant common in eastern and central United States with ternate leaves and greenish flowers followed by white berries; yields an irritating oil that causes a rash on contact

(2) Dermatitis resulting from contact with the poison ivy plant

"My poison ivy is drying up"

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Noun

A woody vine plant in the family Anacardiaceae well-known for its ability to produce urushiol, a skin irritant that causes an itching rash for most people.

Usage notes

The name is often spelled "poison-ivy" to indicate that it is not a true Ivy or Hedera.