neem

noun

ˈnēm

: a large tropical Asian tree (Azadirachta indica) of the mahogany family having a bitter bark used as a tonic and leaves and seeds that have insecticidal and antiseptic properties and yield a medicinal aromatic oil

Examples of neem in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web To use neem oil for plants, dilute neem oil concentrate with water and add a bit of liquid soap to help to mix the water and oil. —

Kate McGregor, House Beautiful, 10 July 2023 There’s also some evidence neem oil may be harmful to humans so use with care. —

oregonlive, 3 June 2023 One of the most effective sprays is neem oil, an extract from the tropical neem tree. —

Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2023 Another potential benefit of neem is its antioxidant properties. —

Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 22 Feb. 2023 See all Example Sentences for neem

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