<botany> A large tree (Celtis australis), found in the south of Europe. It has a hard wood, and bears a cherrylike fruit.

Synonyms: nettle tree.

Origin: L. Lotus, Gr. Cf. Lotus.

<zoology> The European burbot.

Origin: F. Lotte.

(01 Mar 1998)

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