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sissoo
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sissoo, n. [Hind. sīs.].
A leguminous tree (Dalbergia Sissoo ) of the northern parts of India; also, the dark brown compact and durable timber obtained from it. It is used in shipbuilding and for gun carriages, railway ties, etc. [1913 Webster]
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