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cal·a·mus
 calamus
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- pronunciation:
- kae
l
mihs
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noun |
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calami |
| definition 1: |
a wild iris known as the sweet flag, or its aromatic root.
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| definition 2: |
any of various Asiatic climbing palms whose stems are used for wickerwork or canes; rattan.
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| definition 3: |
the hollow shaft of a feather; quill.
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