aloe
Pronunciation
  • (GA) IPA: /ˈæ.loʊ/
  • (RP) IPA: /əˈləʊ.i/, /ˈæ.ləʊ/
Noun

aloe (plural aloes)

  1. (in the plural) The resins of the tree Aquilaria malaccensis (syn. Aquilaria agallocha), known for their fragrant aroma.
  2. A plant of the genus Aloe.
  3. A strong, bitter drink made from the juice of such plants, used as a purgative.
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