guaiacum

/ˌɡweɪˈækəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A tree of the genus Guaiacum, native to tropical America, whose wood was used in the production of guaiacum resin, a purgative and other medicinal uses.

“The traditional medicine used guaiacum resin to treat various digestive issues.”

Synonyms

  • Lignum Vitae
  • guaiac tree

Antonyms

  • inflammatory
  • irritant