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dev·il's claw
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common unicorn plant, devil's claw, common devil's claw, elephant-tusk, proboscis flower, ram's horn, Proboscidea louisianicanoun
annual of southern United States to Mexico having large whitish or yellowish flowers mottled with purple and a long curving beak
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devil's claw
Devil's Claw is a plant native to southern Africa, particularly in the Kalahari desert, Namibia and the Island of Madagascar, known scientifically as Harpagophytum procumbens. It's named for the unique appearance of its fruit, which is covered in claw-like hooks. It's known for its medicinal uses and is commonly used to treat a variety of conditions including pain, arthritis, and digestive system related issues. Its key chemical component is harpagoside which has anti-inflammatory properties.
Dictionary of Nautical Terms
devil's claw
A very strong kind of split hook made to grasp a link of a chain cable, and used as a stopper.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of devil's claw in Chaldean Numerology is: 8
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of devil's claw in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
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