A tropical South American palm, Phytelephas macrocarpa, whose seed is used as a substitute for ivory; the tagua palm.

plural of vegetable ivory tree

Alternative form of persistent vegetative state

A condition of patients with severe brain damage in whom coma has progressed to a state of wakefulness without awareness.

Foodstuffs obtained through protein hydrolysis. / (euphemistic) Synonym of monosodium glutamate

plural of persistive vegetative state

(Australia, New Zealand) A stink bug, Nezara viridula, that has spread worldwide in tropical and subtropical regions and is a significant pest on many crops.

plural of green vegetable bug