Meaning
Any of very many agaric mushrooms, of the genus Amanita, most of which are very poisonous.
Etymology
Origin: Ancient Greek
From the genus name, from Ancient Greek ἀμανίτης (amanítēs), mushrooms.
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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