Kola
/'koulə/
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Definition
Noun 1. A tree native to tropical Africa: A tree (Cola acuminata or related species) that bears large brown seeds or nuts. 2. The seed or nut of this tree: The brown nut contains caffeine and other stimulants and is used to flavor beverages, especially cola drinks. 3. A Chadic language: A language spoken by people in regions south of Lake Chad in Africa.
Usage and Examples
- The kola nut is often chewed in West Africa for its stimulant effects.
- The extract from the kola tree is a key ingredient in many soft drinks.
- He conducted linguistic research on the kola language.
Advanced Usage
- Kola nut: The most common compound term, referring specifically to the seed used for chewing or extraction.
- The ceremony included the sharing of a kola nut as a sign of hospitality.
Variants and Related Words
- Cola: A common variant spelling, especially when referring to the nut extract used in beverages.
- Kola tree: The specific term for the plant itself.
Synonyms
- Cola nut
- Guru nut (a less common name)
Notes on Different Meanings
- The primary and most common meaning refers to the tree or its nut (botanical/culinary context).
- The meaning as a Chadic language is a specific, separate usage (linguistic context). The two meanings are homographs (same spelling, different origins).
Noun
- a Chadic language spoken south of Lake Chad
- tree bearing large brown nuts containing e.g. caffeine; source of cola extract