Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [al-oh-in]
- /ˈæl oʊ ɪn/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [al-oh-in]
- /ˈæl oʊ ɪn/
Definitions of aloin word
- noun aloin a bitter crystalline compound derived from various species of aloe: used as a laxative and flavouring agent 3
- noun aloin a bitter, crystalline cathartic prepared from the aloe 3
- noun aloin an intensely bitter, crystalline, water-soluble powder composed of the active principles of and obtained from aloe, used chiefly as a purgative. 1
- noun aloin (pharmaceutical drug) A glycoside derivative of anthracene, found in aloe, that is used as a laxative. 1
- noun aloin (pharmacology) A glycoside derivative of anthracene, found in aloe, that is used as a laxative. 0
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Origin of aloin
First appearance:
before 1835 One of the 34% newest English words
First recorded in 1835-45; aloe + -ine2
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Parts of speech for Aloin
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aloin popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 70% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 71% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.