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foxglove Synonyms
Another word for foxglove
Choosing another word for foxglove depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A tall Eurasian biennial or perennial plant of the genus Digitalis, characterized by an erect spike of tubular, bell-shaped flowers that are typically pink, purple, or white.
Usage Example
"The cottage garden was bordered by tall, vibrant foxgloves that attracted dozens of bumblebees."
Strongest
digitalis
• noun (Context 2)
The medicinal drug or extract derived from the dried leaves of the Digitalis plant, traditionally used to treat heart failure and irregular heartbeats.
Usage Example
"Historically, physicians prescribed a careful dose of digitalis to strengthen the contractions of a failing heart."
Strongest
digitalis
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Foxglove. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/foxglove