Dictionary Entry
jalap
Part of SpeechnounA cathartic drug consisting of the tuberous roots of Ipomoea purga, a convolvulaceous plant found in Mexico.
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Common Phrases
. jalappowder jalapresin jalaproot jalapjalap compoundjalap powderedjalap truejalap indian
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