TONKA BEAN
\tˈɒŋkə bˈiːn], \tˈɒŋkə bˈiːn], \t_ˈɒ_ŋ_k_ə b_ˈiː_n]\
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fragrant black nutlike seeds of the tonka bean tree; used in perfumes and medicines and as a substitute for vanilla
By Princeton University
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fragrant black nutlike seeds of the tonka bean tree; used in perfumes and medicines and as a substitute for vanilla
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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The seed of a leguminous tree (Dipteryx odorata), native of Guiana. It has a peculiarly agreeable smell, and is employed in the scenting of snuff. Called also tonquin bean.
By Oddity Software
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