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Cascarilla

Noun (1)

Definition: A fine white powder made from crushed and powdered eggshells, used in religious ceremonies, and as a medicinal or magical substance.

Example sentence: The priest sprinkled cascarilla powder around the room to cleanse it of negative energies.

Noun (2)

Definition: A small white chip of dried lime peel, used as a flavoring or garnish in some Latin American and Caribbean dishes.

Example sentence: The chef grated some cascarilla over the top of the dish to add a zesty twist.

Noun (3)

Definition: The thin bark of the croton tree, used in making various traditional remedies and spiritual products.

Example sentence: The herbalist used cascarilla to create a healing tincture for her patient.

Noun (4)

Definition: A type of small boat commonly used in the Caribbean for fishing or transportation.

Example sentence: The fishermen set out to sea in their cascarilla early in the morning.