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a
: a Mediterranean bulbous herb (Drimia maritima synonym Urginea maritima) of the asparagus family
called also sea onion
compare red squill sense 1
b(1)
: the dried sliced bulb scales of a squill used especially formerly as an expectorant, cardiac stimulant, and diuretic
(2)
2
: scilla
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