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Maguey (Noun)

Meaning 1

Mexican plant used especially for making pulque which is the source of the colorless Mexican liquor, mescal.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • The maguey plant has been used for centuries in Mexico to produce pulque, a traditional fermented drink.
  • Fresh maguey leaves are rich in sap that can be harvested to make aguamiel, a sweet beverage.
  • In the 16th century, Spanish conquistadors discovered the properties of the maguey plant, which led to the production of mescal.
  • The agave fermentation process of the maguey plant can take anywhere from 7 to 14 days to produce a clear liquid drink.
  • Mexican farmers traditionally cultivate the maguey plant not only for its beauty but for the valuable pulque that can be derived from it.

Synonyms

  • Agave Atrovirens

Hypernyms

  • Century Plant
  • American Aloe

Meaning 2

Philippine plant yielding a hard fibre used in making coarse twine.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Synonyms

  • Agave Cantala
  • Cantala

Hypernyms

  • Century Plant
  • American Aloe
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