Definition of Goa powder

1. Noun. A bitter yellow powder used to treat skin diseases.

Exact synonyms: Araroba, Chrysarobin
Generic synonyms: Powder

Medical Definition of Goa powder

1. A bitter powder (also called araroba) found in the interspaces of the wood of a Brazilian tree (Andira araroba) and used as a medicine. It is the material from which chrysarobin is obtained. Origin: So called from Goa, on the Malabar coast, whither it was shipped from Portugal. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Goa Powder

goatsuckers
goatweed
goatweeds
goaty
goat antelope
goat cheese
goat diseases
goat grass
goat herder
goat rue
goat willow
goaves
goa bean
goa bean vine
goa powder (current term)
Goa powder
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