English Explanatory Dictionary

aloin

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A glycoside derivative of anthracene, found in aloe, that is used as a laxative.

Pronunciation

/ˈæloʊ.ɪn/

Word forms

aloin aloins

Etymology

From aloe + -in.

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