catechu

/kæˈtɛtʃuː/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant (Acacia catechu) of the pea family, native to India and Southeast Asia, whose bark is used as a dye and in medicine.

“The traditional Indian medicine used catechu extract to treat various health issues.”

Synonyms

  • catechins
  • tannins

Antonyms

  • colorless
  • tannin-free