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sasanqua


Definition of sasanqua

noun

  • a Japanese camellia with fragrant white or pink flowers and seeds which yield tea oil.
    • Camellia sasanqua, family Theaceae

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Japanese sasank(w)a

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