What is the meaning of poison ivy?

noun

  • Dermatitis resulting from contact with the poison ivy plant.
    • usage: "my poison ivy is drying up"
  • Climbing plant common in eastern and central United States with ternate leaves and greenish flowers followed by white berries; yields an irritating oil that causes a rash on contact.
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