male fern

noun

Definition of MALE FERN

: a fern (Dryopteris filix-mas) producing an oleoresin used in expelling tapeworms

1562

Medical Dictionary

noun

: a fern (Dryopteris filix-mas) of Europe and North America producing an oleoresin that is used in expelling tapeworms—see aspidium

Next Word in the Dictionary: maleficPrevious Word in the Dictionary: malefactressAll Words Near: male fern

What made you want to look up male fern? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Put-downs with flair

How to use a word that (literally) drives some people nuts.

Test your vocab with our fun, fast game

Ailurophobia, and 9 other unusual fears