betel nut

Noun

Meaning

The nutlike seed of the areca palm, chewed in the East with betel leaves (whence its name) and shell lime.

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Areca Nut in small packs, usually labelled as betel nut in South India. Source: Internet

Colonial Penang thrived from trade in pepper and spices, Indian piece goods, betel nut, tin, opium, and rice. Source: Internet

Older and younger generations alike enjoy the use of betel nut, which is readily available at stores and markets. Source: Internet

The habit of chewing betel nut is often associated with blue-collar labor industries such a long-haul transportation, construction, or fishing. Source: Internet

This seed is commonly referred to as betel nut so it is easily confused with betel leaves that are often used to wrap it ( paan ). Source: Internet

Within such a shop, a sexily dressed young woman, a " betel nut beauty ", can be seen preparing betel and areca nuts. Source: Internet

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