Search Dictionary
Definition of datura

datura

/dəˈtʊr.ə/
da · tu · ra
Plural:daturas
JUMP TO:

datura Lexical Profile

datura Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Any of various poisonous herbaceous plants of the nightshade genus Datura (family Solanaceae), native to warm and tropical regions, noted for their large, fragrant, erect trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of white, yellow, or purple and their spiny seed capsules.

Example

"The large white blossoms of the datura opened at dusk, releasing a sweet fragrance across the desert garden."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for datura

• Rhymes for datura

• Nearby Words

datestamp
dating
datum
datura
daub
dauber
daugava

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century via Portuguese or Modern Latin from Hindi dhatūrā, ultimately derived from Sanskrit dhattūra, meaning 'white thorn-apple'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Datura. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/datura
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.