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Definition of Trehala

1. n. An amorphous variety of manna obtained from the nests and cocoons of a Syrian coleopterous insect (Larinus maculatus, L. nidificans, etc.) which feeds on the foliage of a variety of thistle. It is used as an article of food, and is called also nest sugar.

Definition of Trehala

1. a sweet, edible substance forming the pupal case of certain weevils [n -S]

Medical Definition of Trehala

1. An amorphous variety of manna obtained from the nests and cocoons of a Syrian coleopterous insect (Larinus maculatus, L. Nidificans, etc) which feeds on the foliage of a variety of thistle. It is used as an article of food, and is Synonym: nest sugar. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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