Meaning of the word peyote in English
What does peyote mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
peyote
US /peɪˈoʊ.t̬i/
UK /peɪˈəʊ.ti/
Noun
a small, spineless cactus native to Mexico and the southwestern United States, known for its psychoactive alkaloids, especially mescaline
Example:
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The indigenous tribes have used peyote in spiritual ceremonies for centuries.
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The active compound in peyote is mescaline.