aloe
noun
al·oe ˈa-(ˌ)lō 
1
aloes plural : agarwood
2
a
: any of a large genus (Aloe) of succulent chiefly southern African plants of the lily family with basal leaves and spicate flowers
b
: the dried juice of the leaves of various aloes used especially formerly as a purgative —usually used in plural but singular in construction
c
: aloe vera
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web There are many products on Amazon and Sephora that incorporate aloe into their formulas for an extra boost of natural hydration. 
Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 12 June 2022 This shampoo features aloe and wheat protein ingredients to help curly hair look incredible. The Salt Lake Tribune, 2 June 2022 The formula is made with soothing aloe and other moisturizing ingredients like shea butter and ceramides to mitigate uncomfortable friction caused by skin or fabric. Annie Burdick, PEOPLE.com, 9 July 2022 Best Natural Hair Thickening Shampoo Made with natural ingredients like wheat protein and aloe, Aveda’s shampoo earned top marks from GH Beauty Lab testers for making their hair feel thicker. Dori Price, Good Housekeeping, 8 July 2022 Infused with coconut milk and soothing aloe, the CoverGirl Clean Fresh Skin Milk Foundation blurs pores and fine lines on the skin. Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 29 June 2022 Fur’s shave cream boasts a blend of aloe, marshmallow root extract, and olive oil to soothe, condition, and protect skin for a stress-free shave. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 3 June 2022 Its aloe based formula includes bacteria neutralizing probiotics and cornstarch that keeps you dry. The Salt Lake Tribune, 31 May 2022 Rather than relying on harsh ingredients, this brand uses ingredients like natural minerals, argan oil, flax oil and aloe to help your curls look and feel amazing. The Salt Lake Tribune, 2 June 2022 See More
Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 12 June 2022 This shampoo features aloe and wheat protein ingredients to help curly hair look incredible. The Salt Lake Tribune, 2 June 2022 The formula is made with soothing aloe and other moisturizing ingredients like shea butter and ceramides to mitigate uncomfortable friction caused by skin or fabric. Annie Burdick, PEOPLE.com, 9 July 2022 Best Natural Hair Thickening Shampoo Made with natural ingredients like wheat protein and aloe, Aveda’s shampoo earned top marks from GH Beauty Lab testers for making their hair feel thicker. Dori Price, Good Housekeeping, 8 July 2022 Infused with coconut milk and soothing aloe, the CoverGirl Clean Fresh Skin Milk Foundation blurs pores and fine lines on the skin. Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 29 June 2022 Fur’s shave cream boasts a blend of aloe, marshmallow root extract, and olive oil to soothe, condition, and protect skin for a stress-free shave. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 3 June 2022 Its aloe based formula includes bacteria neutralizing probiotics and cornstarch that keeps you dry. The Salt Lake Tribune, 31 May 2022 Rather than relying on harsh ingredients, this brand uses ingredients like natural minerals, argan oil, flax oil and aloe to help your curls look and feel amazing. The Salt Lake Tribune, 2 June 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from Late Latin, from Latin, dried juice of aloe leaves, from Greek aloē
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Phrases Containing aloe
Medical Definition
aloe
noun
al·oe ˈal-(ˌ)ō
1
capitalized : a large genus of succulent chiefly southern African plants of the lily family with basal leaves and spicate flowers
2
: a plant of the genus Aloe
3
: the dried juice of the leaves of various aloes used especially formerly as a purgative and tonic —usually used in plural but singular in construction
4
: aloe vera sense 2