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noun
historicalGround ivy, Glechoma hederacea, an aromatic herb that was used for the flavouring and preservation of ale before the introduction of hops. Compare "alecost", "hayhove".
Origin
Late Middle English; earliest use found in Alphita. Alteration, probably after ale of hayhove.
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