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aloe - What does it mean?

Definition of 'aloe'

English

Noun

(en-noun)
  • (in the plural) The resins of the trees , known for their fragrant aroma.
  • (plant) A plant of the genus Aloe .
  • A strong, bitter drink made from the juice of such plants, used as a purgative.

    • Usage notes

    * Often used in plural (originally under influence of Old French).

    See also

    * agave * maguey

    External links

    * (pedia) * (specieslite) * (comcatlite) ----

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