Angostura Bark Definition
ănggə-sto͝orə, -styo͝orə
noun
The bitter aromatic bark of either of two South American trees, Galipea officinalis or Cusparia trifoliata (both sometimes placed in the genus Angostura ), used as a flavoring in bitters and as a tonic.
American Heritage
The bitter aromatic bark of either of two South American trees (Galipea officinalis or Cusparia trifoliata) of the rue family, used as a medicinal tonic and as a flavoring in bitters.
Webster's New World
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Origin of Angostura Bark
After Angostura (Ciudad Bolívar), Venezuela
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
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