Irish Moss Definition
noun
An edible North Atlantic seaweed (Chondrus crispus) widely harvested as a source of carageenan and traditionally used medicinally and in preparing jellies.
American Heritage
Webster's New World
Alternative spelling of Irish moss.
Wiktionary
Synonyms:
- chondrus-crispus
- carragheen
- carrageen
- carageen
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