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poison ivy Definition

☆ poison ivy

noun

  1. any of several woody vines or shrubs (genus Rhus, esp. R. radicans), of the cashew family, having leaves of three leaflets, greenish flowers, and ivory-colored berries: it can cause a severe rash on contact
  2. a rash or dermatitis so caused

poison ivy Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • dermatitis: One case of erythema multiforme associated with poison ivy contact dermatitis has been reported by Schwartz & Downham ( 1981 ).
  • symptom: I never had the poison ivy symptoms since I quit juicing and the band feeling around my head did go away in time.