calamus /kalˈə-məs/

1. (with cap) a genus of palms whose stems make canes or rattans
2. The hollow shaft at the base of a bird's feather, a quill (zoology)
3. The reed pen used in ancient times
4. The traditional name of the sweet flag or its aromatic root

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