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Webster 1913 Edition

Guano

Gua′no

,
Noun.
;
pl.
Guanos
(#)
.
[Sp.
guano
, fr. Peruv.
huanu
dung.]
A substance found in great abundance on some coasts or islands frequented by sea fowls, and composed chiefly of their excrement. It is rich in phosphates and ammonia, and is used as a powerful fertilizer.

Webster 1828 Edition

Guano

GU`ANO

,
Noun.
A substance found on many isles in the Pacific, which are frequented by fowls; used as a manure.

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