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Meaning of areca nut | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

The seed of the areca palm (not a true nut but a drupe), chewed as a mild stimulant.

Examples

“It was the custom for the Englishmen to bring auspicious gifts, like areca-nuts and saffron, as well as bills and bullion.”
“Holding out a tray with betel leaves and areca nut, they knelt before the strapping young boys.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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