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boldo

Pronunciation: /ˈbɒldəʊ/

Definition of boldo

noun (plural boldos)

  • an evergreen Chilean tree from which are obtained an edible fruit, a dye, and a medicinal leaf infusion.
    • Peumus boldus, family Monimiaceae
  • [mass noun] a medicinal preparation of the leaves of the boldo tree, used as a tonic and digestive aid.

Origin:

early 18th century: via American Spanish from Araucanian voldo