araca

/ah-rah-kah/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of palm tree, also known as the areca palm or dypsis lutescens.

“The araca tree is native to Madagascar and is often used in landscaping.”

2. noun

A fruit that comes from the areca palm, also known as a betel nut.

“In some cultures, araca is chewed as a stimulant or used in traditional medicine.”

Synonyms

  • areca palm
  • betel nut