First Known Use: 1601
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salvia
noun sal·via \ˈsal-vē-ə\
Definition of SALVIA
: any of a large and widely distributed genus (Salvia) of herbs and shrubs of the mint family having a 2-lipped open calyx and two anthers; especially : one (S. splendens) with scarlet flowers
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Origin of SALVIA
New Latin, from Latin, sage — more at sage
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salvia
noun sal·via \ˈsal-vē-ə\
Medical Definition of SALVIA
1
capitalized : a genus of widely distributed herbs or shrubs of the mint family (Labiatae) including the sage (S. officinalis)
2
: any herb or shrub of the genus Salvia
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