terminalia

/tərˈmɪnəlɪə/

Definitions

1. noun

The leaves and flowers of the Terminalia tomentosa tree, used in traditional medicine and as a source of tannins.

“The traditional healer added a handful of Terminalia to the potion to enhance its healing properties.”

2. noun

A collective term for the fruits of the Terminalia tree, especially in the context of traditional rituals and ceremonies.

“During the harvest festival, the villagers gathered the Terminalia fruits and offered them to the gods.”

Synonyms

  • Terminalia tomentosa
  • Terminalia tree
  • tannins

Antonyms

  • Terminalia-free
  • non- Terminalia