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DictionarykolaTropical tree
noun

kola

KOH-luh/ˈkoʊlə/

A tropical tree producing stimulating caffeine-rich nuts.

The kola grows in tropical forests and produces caffeine-rich nuts.

Botanical kola branch with pod and reddish-brown nuts.
Etymology
kolaLatinkola tree

Latin Cola represents a West African name for the tree, comparable to Temne kola and Mandingo kolo. The name also applies to its caffeine-containing nut.

In context

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microorganisms such as E coli staph aureus Salmonella s P P Kola nuts naturally stimulates the central nervous system which may increase alertness and boost energy levels
COMPARING BITTER KOLA AND KOLA NUT

More examples

  • Several kolas provide shade along the edge of the farm.
  • The farmer collects ripe pods from the kola.
  • People chew kola nuts for their stimulating effect.

Forms

kola · kolas