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Definition of Houseleek

1. n. A succulent plant of the genus Sempervivum (S. tectorum), originally a native of subalpine Europe, but now found very generally on old walls and roofs. It is very tenacious of life under drought and heat; -- called also ayegreen.

Definition of Houseleek

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Medical Definition of Houseleek

1. A succulent plant of the genus Sempervivum (S. Tectorum), originally a native of subalpine Europe, but now found very generally on old walls and roofs. It is very tenacious of life under drought and heat. Synonym: ayegreen. Origin: House + leek. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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