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titi (2)

ti·ti [ t t, t t ] (plural ti·tis)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. evergreen bush with fragrant flowers: an evergreen bush or small tree with glossy leathery leaves. Flowers: fragrant, white or pinkish. Native to: southeastern United States.  Latin name Cliftonia monophylla.

2. evergreen tree: a small evergreen tree or bush with leathery leaves and yellow fruit. Native to: southeastern United States, Central and South America.  Latin name Cyrilla racemiflora.

[Early 19th century. Origin ?]
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