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Definition of Angostura bark
1. Noun. The bitter bark of a South American tree; used in medicines and liqueurs and bitters.
Medical Definition of Angostura bark
1. An aromatic bark used as a tonic, obtained from a South American of the rue family (Galipea cusparia, or officinalis). Origin: From Angostura, in Venezuela. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)