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Word of the Day - Mesquite
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mesquite
Pronunciation: /mɛˈskiːt//ˈmɛskiːt/
noun
A spiny tree or shrub of the pea family, native to arid regions of south-western US and Mexico. It yields timber, tanbark, medicinal products, and edible pods.
Origin
Mid 18th century: from Mexican Spanish mezquite.
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Riding the fence lines all day long among the prickly pear cactus and the occasional mesquite tree, Harvey was very glad he had a full canteen.
