MONKEY-POT
\mˈʌnkɪpˈɒt], \mˈʌnkɪpˈɒt], \m_ˈʌ_n_k_ɪ_p_ˈɒ_t]\
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The fruit of two South American trees (Lecythis Ollaria, and L. Zabucajo), which have for their fruit large, pot-shaped, woody capsules containing delicious nuts, and opening almost explosively by a circular lid at the top. Vases and pots are made of this capsule.
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The fruit of two South American trees (Lecythis Ollaria, and L. Zabucajo), which have for their fruit large, pot-shaped, woody capsules containing delicious nuts, and opening almost explosively by a circular lid at the top. Vases and pots are made of this capsule.
By Noah Webster.
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