amole en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /əˈmoʊleɪ/ (US)
- /əˈmoʊli/ (US)
- /əˈməʊli/ (UK)
Etymology
From Mexican Spanish amole, from Classical Nahuatl ahmōlli.
Meanings
- Any of various parts of the Agave (or similar) plants, when used as soap.
- Other Mexican and North American plants used as soap. ▸ Chlorogalum pomeridianum, soap plant, a California native plant used for soap
- Other Mexican and North American plants used as soap. ▸ Sapindus saponaria, wingleaf soapberry
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| amoles | Number=Plur | lexicographic |