Guar (Noun)
Meaning
Drought-tolerant herb grown for forage and for its seed which yield a gum used as a thickening agent or sizing material.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Guar plants are commonly grown in arid regions for use as livestock feed due to their high drought tolerance.
- Farmers in dry areas rely on guar to provide sustenance for their animals during periods of low rainfall.
- The guar seed gum is used as a natural adhesive in the manufacturing of textiles and paper products.
- Guar gum, extracted from the guar seed, is an essential ingredient in many food products such as ice cream and sauces.
- Researchers are investigating the use of guar plants as a potential source of fodder for animals in regions suffering from water scarcity.