HENNAING
Verb
hennaing
present participle of henna
Anagrams
• Hennigan
Source: Wiktionary
HENNA
Hen"na, n. Etym: [Ar. hinna alcanna (Lawsonia inermis or alba). Cf.
Alcanna, Alkanet, Orchanet.]
1. (Bot.)
Definition: A thorny tree or shrub of the genus Lawsonia (L. alba). The
fragrant white blossoms are used by the Buddhists in religious
ceremonies. The powdered leaves furnish a red coloring matter used in
the East to stain the hails and fingers, the manes of horses, etc.
2. (Com.)
Definition: The leaves of the henna plant, or a preparation or dyestuff
made from them.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition