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Definition of: annatto
(ä·nä′tō)
1. A small evergreen tree (Bixa orellana) of Central America, cultivated for its seeds.
2. A yellowish red dyestuff obtained from the pulp enclosing the seeds of the annatto tree, used to color foods, textiles, varnishes. Also anatto, arnatto.
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