jalap
noun
ˈjä-
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Definition of jalap
1a : the dried tuberous root of a Mexican plant (Ipomoea purga synonym Exogonium purga) of the morning-glory family also : a powdered purgative drug prepared from it that contains resinous glycosides
b : the root or derived drug of plants related to the one supplying jalap
2 : a plant yielding jalap
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jalap
noun
ˈjäl-
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Medical Definition of jalap
1a : the dried tuberous root of a Mexican plant of the genus Ipomoea (I. purga) also : a powdered purgative drug prepared from this root that contains resinous glycosides
b : the root or derived drug of plants related to the one supplying jalap — see tampico jalap
2 : a plant yielding jalap
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