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Betel (Noun)

Meaning 1

Asian pepper plant whose leaves are chewed with betel nut (seed of the betel palm) by southeast Asians.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • The betel plant is widely cultivated in Southeast Asia for its leaves, which are used to wrap betel nuts in a traditional snack.
  • In many Asian cultures, betel leaves are chewed with betel nuts and lime to create a stimulating and aromatic experience.
  • The betel plant is a type of vine that thrives in tropical climates and is often grown in gardens and backyards throughout Southeast Asia.
  • Betel leaves are an essential ingredient in the traditional Indian dish paan, which also includes betel nuts, spices, and other ingredients.
  • In some Asian countries, betel leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues and respiratory problems.

Synonyms

  • Betel Pepper
  • Piper Betel

Hypernyms

  • Pepper Vine

Meaning 2

A leaf of a vine from the betel pepper.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • The street vendor was selling fresh betel leaves wrapped in newspaper cones for a few cents each.
  • In some Asian cultures, chewing betel is a popular habit believed to have medicinal properties.
  • After dinner, the host offered his guests a plate of paan, a mixture of spices and herbs wrapped in a betel leaf.
  • The Indian wedding ceremony included a ritual where the bride and groom exchanged betel leaves as a symbol of their commitment.
  • In many Southeast Asian countries, betel is an integral part of the traditional medicine and is used to treat various ailments.

Synonyms

  • Betel Leaf

Hypernyms

  • Foliage
  • Leaf
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