stinking roger

stinking roger
\\-ˈräjə(r)\ noun
Usage: usually capitalized R
Etymology: roger from the name Roger
1. : any of various evil-smelling plants: as
a. : any of several figworts
b. : henbane
2. Australia : a low-growing marigold (Tagetes glandulifera)

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any of various plants having an unpleasant odor.
[1895-1900]

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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