Arabian Tea (Noun)
Meaning
The leaves of the shrub Catha edulis which are chewed like tobacco or used to make tea; has the effect of a euphoric stimulant; "in Yemen kat is used daily by 85% of adults".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Kat, or arabian tea, is a popular social beverage in some African and Arabian countries.
- Regular consumption of arabian tea can lead to psychological dependence and addiction.
- Arabian tea contains cathinone, an amphetamine-like substance that causes the stimulating effect.
- He enjoys drinking arabian tea with friends as a way to relax and socialize.
- Arabian tea, although naturally produced from shrubs, was banned from several countries due to its psychoactive effects.