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· Ancient Greek
ἄλευρον
2 English words descend from Ancient Greek
ἄλευρον
, most common first.
aleurone
The protein content of the embryo, endosperm, or perisperm of cereals, in the form of minute particles.
aleuro-
of or relating to wheat flour