catnip

/ˈkatnɪp/

IPA: /K AE1 T N IH0 P/

noun
  1. 1

    Any of the about 250 species of flowering plant of the genus Nepeta, family Lamiaceae, certain of which are said to have medicinal qualities.

  2. 2

    Something that causes excitement or interest.

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