Japanese hop

/ˌˈdʒæpəˌˈniz hɑp/
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Definitions of Japanese hop
  1. noun
    ornamental vine native to eastern Asia; cultivated for its variegated foliage
    synonyms: Humulus japonicus
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    type of:
    hop, hops
    twining perennials having cordate leaves and flowers arranged in conelike spikes; the dried flowers of this plant are used in brewing to add the characteristic bitter taste to beer
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