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Meaning of henbane

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

henbane

Pronunciation:/ˈhɛnbeɪn/

noun

Definitions

  1. A poisonous plant, Hyoscyamus niger, used sometimes as a drug that causes at least hallucinations, dilated pupils, restlessness, and flushed skin.

    Synonyms:black henbanestinking nightshade
  2. Any other plant of the genus Hyoscyamus.