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Definition of Irish moss
1. Noun. Dark purple edible seaweed of the Atlantic coasts of Europe and North America.
Exact synonyms: Carageen, Carrageen, Carragheen, Chondrus Crispus
Generic synonyms: Red Algae
Group relationships: Chondrus, Genus Chondrus
Generic synonyms: Red Algae
Group relationships: Chondrus, Genus Chondrus
Definition of Irish moss
1. Noun. A species of edible seaweed, ''Chondrus crispus''. ¹
2. Noun. Alternative spelling of Irish moss. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Irish moss
1. Synonym: cartilage. 2. The plant Chondrus crispus, Fucus crispus, or Gigartina mamillosa (family Gigartinaceae); a demulcent in chronic and intestinal disorders. Synonym: carrageen, carragheen, Irish moss, pearl moss. Origin: G. Chondros, gristle (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Irish Moss
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