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yaupon

Pronunciation: /ˈjɔːpɒn/
(also yaupon holly)
Definition of yaupon

noun

  • a North American holly, the leaves of which have emetic properties and were formerly used as a tea by American Indians.
    • Ilex vomitoria, family Aquifoliaceae

Origin:

early 18th century: a North American Indian word

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Definition of yaupon in the US English dictionary
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