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anileiro

nounmasculinegeneral useuncommon/ɐniˈlɐjɾu/a·ni·lei·ro

Definition

1

Tree or shrub of the genus Indigofera, from whose leaves the indigo dye is extracted.

Usage examples

The indigo plant was widely cultivated for its blue dye.
The anileiro thrives in tropical climates.

Synonyms