calappite

calappite
ˈcalapite, ˈcalappite
[In Fr. calapite: f. Malay calapa, kalappa, the coco-nut.]
A stony concretion sometimes found in the coco-nut, and used as an amulet; a vegetable bezoar.

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  • calapite — ˈcalapite, ˈcalappite [In Fr. calapite: f. Malay calapa, kalappa, the coco nut.] A stony concretion sometimes found in the coco nut, and used as an amulet; a vegetable bezoar …   Useful english dictionary

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