Толковый словарь английского языка Oxford English Reference - valentine

n. 1 a card or gift sent, often anonymously, as a mark of love or affection on St Valentine's Day (14 Feb.). 2 a sweetheart chosen on this day. Etymology: ME f. OF Valentin f. L Valentinus, name of two saints VALERIAN n. 1 any of various flowering plants of the family Valerianaceae. 2 the root of any of these used as a medicinal sedative. Phrases and idioms common valerian 1 a valerian, Valeriana officinalis, with pink or white flowers and a strong smell liked by cats: also called SETWALL. 2 the root of this used as a medicinal sedative. Etymology: ME f. OF valeriane f. med.L valeriana (herba), app. fem. of Valerianus of Valerius