moly Meaning, Definition & Usage

Mo"ly noun

Etymology

L., fr. Gr. .

Definitions

1. A fabulous herb of occult power, having a black root and white blossoms, said by Homer to have been given by Hermes to Ulysses to counteract the spells of Circe. Milton.
2. (Bot.) A kind of garlic (Allium Moly) with large yellow flowers; -- called also golden garlic.