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Elaeis

noun
Elae·​is | \ ə̇ˈlēə̇s\

Definition of Elaeis

: a genus of pinnate-leaved palms having very dense clusters of crowded flowers and bright red fruits — see african oil palm

History and Etymology for Elaeis

New Latin, probably modification of Greek elaïs olive tree, from elaia olive

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