What is another word for catechu?
Pronunciation: [katˈɛt͡ʃuː] (IPA) 
Catechu is a natural substance commonly used in traditional medicine and in the production of dyes and tannins. There are several synonyms for the word 'catechu' including cutch, kattha, and gambier. Cutch is a reddish-brown extract obtained from the heartwood of acacia trees, while kattha is a traditional Indian preparation made from the heartwood of the khair tree. Gambier, on the other hand, is a yellowish-brown extract obtained from Southeast Asian plants. All three synonyms are widely used in the production of textiles, leather, and paper. They are also used in traditional medicine to treat conditions such as diarrhea, mouth ulcers, and gum disease.
