guarana
Americannoun
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a woody, climbing shrub Paullinia cupana, of the soapberry family, growing in parts of South America, having seeds that contain caffeine and are used in soft drinks.
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a drink containing extract of guarana seed.
Etymology
Origin of guarana
1860–65; (< Portuguese ) < Tupi
Example Sentences
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Such is the case with Starbucks Triple Shot Energy, which contains B vitamins, ginseng and guarana — as well as 225 milligrams of caffeine.
From Salon ● Jan. 27, 2024
There is untapped potential in certain foods, they say — including the Brazil nut and fruits such as guarana and açai — which are already sold, but could be produced on an industrial scale.
From Nature ● Feb. 24, 2020
The New York Post reports that Coco Loko contains ginkgo biloba, taurine, and guarana, as well as cacao powder.
From Slate ● Jul. 12, 2017
Information based on scientific testing should also be made available on the effects of energy drink additives, such as guarana and taurine, that can increase the potency and increase the effects of caffeine.
From Washington Post ● May 25, 2017
Rasped or grated into sugar and water, guarana forms a beverage largely consumed in S. America.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 6 "Groups, Theory of" to "Gwyniad" by Various
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