Definition of pothos
pothos
: a southeast Asian climbing plant (Epipremnum aureum synonym Scindapsus aureus) of the arum family widely grown especially as a houseplant for its leathery or waxy heart-shaped green leaves that are spotted or streaked with golden yellow or white
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Origin and Etymology of pothos
New Latin, from Sinhalese pȯṭā
First Known Use: 1822
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