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sa·po·nin

n :  any of various mostly toxic glucosides that occur in plants (as soapbark) and are characterized by the property of producing a soapy lather : esp  :  a hygroscopic amorphous saponin mixture used esp. as a foaming and emulsifying agent and detergent .
 
   

 
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