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malva

/mælvə/ noun · British & US
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What does malva mean?

noun

A plant of the mallow family, especially the common mallow (Malva sylvestris), or its edible leaves and flowers. A type of breakdown or decay, especially in a fabric or material.

Example

"The gardener used the malva leaves to make a soothing tea."

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