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Sakau

noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    Kava (in Micronesian contexts). uncountable

    "The Nationals MP suffered the consequences of drinking an entire shell of sakau – a traditional Micronesian kava with sedative qualities made from the root of the pepper plant – in one hit, thinking it was similar to South Pacific kava. […] While not alcoholic, sakau – like other kavas served throughout the Pacific region – is known for its narcotic sedative effect."

Etymology

From Pohnpeian sakau.

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