English dictionary

veronica

/v/@/'r/A/n/@/k/@/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

any plant of the genus Veronica

noun.plant

Synonyms speedwell

Source: WordNet 3.0
A portrait or representation of the face of our Savior on the alleged handkerchief of Saint Veronica, preserved at Rome; hence, a representation of this portrait, or any similar representation of the face of the Savior. Formerly called also <i>Vernacle</i>, and <i>Vernicle</i>.

noun

Source: webster1913