guarana Meaning & Definition
/ɡwəˈɹɑːnə/
What Does Guarana Mean?
Guarana is a noun that means A tree, Paullinia cupana, native to Venezuela and northern Brazil. It can also mean The fruit from this tree, chiefly used to make caffeinated beverages.
Guarana at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ɡwəˈɹɑːnə/ |
| Plural | guaranas |
Guarana Definition (Noun)
- A tree, Paullinia cupana, native to Venezuela and northern Brazil.
- The fruit from this tree, chiefly used to make caffeinated beverages.
- An edible paste prepared from the seeds of the tree, formed into round or oblong cakes.
Noun
- The fruit from this tree.
Synonyms of Guarana
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Guarana synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
guarana (plural guaranas)
Origin of Guarana
From Brazilian Portuguese guaraná, from Sateré-Mawé warana.