glycyrrhiza, n. [L., fr. Gr. ; sweet + root. Cf. Licorice.].
A genus of papilionaceous herbaceous plants, one species of which (G. glabra), is the licorice plant, the roots of which have a bittersweet mucilaginous taste. [1913 Webster]
The root of Glycyrrhiza glabra (liquorice root), used as a demulcent, etc. [1913 Webster]