SAPINDUS

Sapindus, genus Sapindus

(noun) type genus of the Sapindaceae

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Sa*pin"dus, n. Etym: [NL., fr. L. sapo soap + Indicus Indian.] (Bot.)

Definition: A genus of tropical and subtropical trees with pinnate leaves and panicled flowers. The fruits of some species are used instead of soap, and their round black seeds are made into necklaces.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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NAUSEATING

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