ZEA
\zˈiː], \zˈiː], \z_ˈiː]\
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A genus of large grasses of which the Indian corn (Mays) is the only species known. Its origin is not yet ascertained. See Maize.
By Noah Webster.
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A species of tall cereal grass, Zea mays, grown for its seed and used as food and animal fodder. It is also called maize or Indian corn. It is a plant of the genus Zea of the family Gramineae (Poaceae), originating in the Americas.
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