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ricino

nounmasculinetechnicaluncommon/ʁiˈsinu/rí·ci·no

Definition

1

A shrub-like plant (Ricinus communis) of the Euphorbiaceae family, whose seeds produce an oil used in pharmacy and industry.

Usage examples

Castor oil is a traditional purgative.
The castor bean plantation stretches across the field.

Common combinations

castor oilcastor bean