Guano

gua·no

from spanyol

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noun
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From spanyol

Definition

Deposits of dried seabird excrement accumulated on small islands or coasts, rich in phosphorus and nitrogen, used as organic fertilizer.

Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish 'guano', which originates from the Quechua word 'wanu' meaning fertilizer.

Semantic Category

Loanword