bitter aloes

/ˌbɪdər ˌæloʊz/
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Definitions of bitter aloes
  1. noun
    a purgative made from the leaves of aloe
    synonyms: aloes
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    type of:
    aperient, cathartic, physic, purgative
    a purging medicine; stimulates evacuation of the bowels
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