Meaning ofsassafrasin English

Noun

1. a tree with aromatic heartwood; mitten-shaped leaves
   The sassafras tree is known for its unique mitten-shaped leaves.
2. a tree of the Sassafras genus
   The sassafras genus includes several species of deciduous trees.
3. the root bark used medicinally (and in cooking)
   The chef added sassafras to the traditional gumbo recipe for flavor.