aloe

n. a type of plant with thick, pointed leaves that can survive in dry places.

n. any succulent plant belonging to the genus Aloe, typically characterized by a rosette of thick, fleshy, serrated leaves.

“She keeps a small aloe on her windowsill because it is easy to look after.”

“The botanical garden features a diverse collection of aloe species, ranging from small ground-dwelling plants to large, tree-like varieties.”

n. the thick liquid from the plant's leaves used to heal skin or in lotions.

n. the mucilaginous gel or bitter latex derived from the leaves of the Aloe vera plant, used in pharmacology and cosmetics.

“Apply some aloe to that sunburn to help the skin cool down.”

“The ointment contains a high concentration of pure aloe to soothe inflammation and promote rapid tissue repair.”

n. a sweet-smelling wood or resin used in perfumes and incense.

n. the fragrant, resinous wood of the Aquilaria tree, historically used in incense and perfumery.

“The ancient text mentions bringing gifts of gold, frankincense, and aloes.”

“Scholars noted that the 'aloes' mentioned in the historical manuscript referred to the aromatic heartwood of the agarwood tree rather than the succulent plant.”

Archaic · Literary