Kava
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kɑː.və/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Kava is a noun meaning A plant from the South Pacific, Piper methysticum.
Meaning
A plant from the South Pacific, Piper methysticum.
More Meanings
- An intoxicating beverage made from the kava plant.
Example Sentences
The roots produce a liqueur called kava. Kava has a mild aphrodisiac effect.
The Nationals MP suffered the consequences of drinking an entire shell of sakau – a traditional Micronesian kava with sedative qualities made from the root of the pepper plant – in one hit, thinking it was similar to South Pacific kava. […] While not alcoholic, sakau – like other kavas served throughout the Pacific region – is known for its narcotic sedative effect.
Word Forms
- kavas
Synonyms for kava
Depending on context, synonyms include kavakava.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include kavakava, plan, agenda, programme, scheme, kawa.
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