| loligo | <zoology> A genus of cephalopods, including numerous species of squids, common on the coasts of America and Europe. They are much used for fish bait. Origin: L, cuttle fish. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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| loliism | <pharmacology> Poisoning by the seeds of a grass, Lolium temulentum (in the form of flour made into bread), characterised by giddiness, tremor, green vision, dilated pupils, prostration, and sometimes vomiting. Origin: L. Lolium, darnel, tares (05 Mar 2000) |
| lolium | <botany> Common member of the gramineae family used as cattle fodder. It harbors several fungi and other parasites toxic to livestock and people and produces allergenic compounds, especially in its pollen. The most commonly seen varieties are l. Perenne, l. Multiflorum, and l. Rigidum. (12 Dec 1998) |