Meaning of the word betel in English

What does betel mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

betel

US /ˈbiː.t̬əl/
UK /ˈbiː.təl/

Noun

a climbing plant of the pepper family, the leaves of which are chewed with areca nut and lime as a stimulant

Example:
Chewing betel nut is a common practice in many parts of Asia.
The leaves of the betel plant are used in traditional medicine.