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Definition of Neishout

1. n. The mahogany-like wood of the South African tree Pteroxylon utile, the sawdust of which causes violent sneezing (whence the name). Also called sneezewood.

Medical Definition of Neishout

1. The mahogany-like wood of the South African tree Pteroxylon utile, the sawdust of which causes violent sneezing (whence the name). Also called sneezewood. Origin: From D. Niezen to sneeze + hout wood. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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