1. Seed of betel palm; chewed with leaves of the betel pepper and lime as a digestive stimulant and narcotic in southeastern Asia
   "Chewing areca nut is a common practice in many parts of Asia";
   - betel nut

Derived forms: areca nuts

Type of: edible seed

Part of: Areca catechu, Areca palm, betel palm

Encyclopedia: Areca nut