Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
guar
noun
/ɡuːɑːr/
Definition
Guar is a drought-resistant legume that is primarily grown for its edible seeds, which are used to produce guar gum.
Examples
- The food industry utilizes guar gum as a thickening agent.
- Guar plants flourish in arid regions, making them important for sustainable agriculture.
Meaning
The term ‘guar’ refers to both the plant itself and the gum extracted from its seeds, widely used in food and industrial applications.
Synonyms
- Cluster bean
- Cyamopsis tetragonoloba
