embelin

/ˈɛm.bɪ.lɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of small, flowering plant, especially one of the genera Embelia or Embelinia, native to tropical regions.

“The embelin plant was commonly used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic properties.”

Synonyms

  • embelia
  • embelinia

Antonyms

  • non-flowering
  • sterile