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guarana

guarana

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A South American plant with seeds used as a natural source of caffeine
  • noun
  • /ɡwəˈrɑːnə/
translation icon : guaraná
  • The seeds of guarana are ground and added to soft drinks in Brazil.
  • sources of caffeine include guarana
  • herbs such as guarana

Examples

  • Many energy drinks include guarana as a natural source of caffeine.

  • Some people prefer guarana supplements to help them stay alert during long study sessions.

  • I drink guarana tea every morning.

  • The guarana seeds are rich in caffeine.

  • The popular energy drink contains guarana as a natural source of caffeine.

  • Many people enjoy smoothies that contain guarana for an extra energy boost.

  • Health supplements may include guarana as it is known to enhance stamina and alertness.

Surface Forms

guarana singular
guaranas plural

Etymology

Guarana comes from a word used by people in the Amazon, guaraná, which means 'fruit like the eyes' because the round seed looks like a little eye; a helpful story says the plant grew from a child’s eyes in a local legend. That's why guarana is the name of the South American plant whose seeds are used as a natural source of caffeine.