The Collaborative International Dictionary
Pimpinella Sisarum
Skirret \Skir"ret\, n. [A corrupted form equivalent to sugarwort.] (Bot.) An umbelliferous plant ( Sium Sisarum syn. Pimpinella Sisarum). It is a native of Asia, but has been long cultivated in Europe for its edible clustered tuberous roots, which are very sweet.