Definitions

1. verb

to chew thoroughly, especially for medicinal purposes

“In ancient civilizations, people mastiche the resin of the mastic tree for its medicinal properties.”

2. noun

something chewed or chewable

“The bitter mastiche of the herb was used as a natural remedy.”

3. noun

a substance chewed to release its active ingredients or flavors

“The mastiche of the mastic tree was used to freshen breath and aid digestion.”