betel

• 亚洲胡椒科植物，其叶常与槟榔种子一起嚼食，流行于东南亚地区。

An Asian pepper plant whose dried leaves are traditionally chewed with the seed of the betel palm by people in Southeast Asia.

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   A tropical Asian climbing plant (Piper betle) whose dried leaves are traditionally chewed with areca nut (betel nut) and lime, especially in Southeast Asia.

   蒌叶

   • In many cultures, betel leaves are used in traditional ceremonies.
   • He offered a betel leaf to the guest as a sign of respect.
   • The betel plant is cultivated for its aromatic leaves.