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First Known Use: 1664
in the meaning defined at sense 1
See Words from the same year: a type of plant that grows in dry regions and has hard pointed leaves at the base and a long stem with white flowers
See words that rhyme with yucca Spanish Central: Translation of yucca Nglish: Translation of yucca for Spanish speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about yucca
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