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areca nut

/əˈriːkə nʌt/

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/əˈriːkə nʌt/C1formal
  • ruСемя пальмы арека, которое часто жуют во многих азиатских культурах, обычно завернутое в листья бетеля с гашеной известью, из-за его мягкого стимулирующего эффекта.

The seed of the areca palm, commonly chewed in many Asian cultures, often wrapped in betel leaves with slaked lime, for its mild stimulant effects.

  1. B2formal

    The seed of the areca palm (Areca catechu), often chewed with betel leaf and slaked lime as a mild stimulant.

    ruСемя пальмы арека

    • In many Asian cultures, people chew areca nut as a social custom.
    • The areca nut is known for its stimulating properties.
    • Chewing areca nut can lead to oral health issues.