Noun Definition
catechu
1.Definition: East Indian spiny tree having twice-pinnate leaves and yellow flowers followed by flat pods; source of black catechu
Related Noun(s):acacia catechu, jerusalem thorn
Category: Plants2.Definition: extract of the heartwood of Acacia catechu used for dyeing and tanning and preserving fishnets and sails; formerly used medicinally
Related Noun(s):black catechu
Category: Plants