competent
Definition: (adjective) having the skill and knowledge needed for a particular task; capable
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da·tu·ra
 (d  -t  r  , -ty r )
KEY
NOUN:
- Any of several plants of the genus Datura, having trumpet-shaped flowers up to 25 centimeters (10 inches) long and usually prickly fruits. The leaves and seeds yield alkaloids with narcotic properties.
Also called
thorn apple
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ETYMOLOGY:
New Latin Datura, genus name, from Hindi dhat r , from Sanskrit dhattr , thorn apple
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