WOORALI Meaning and
Definition
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Woorali, also known as curare, is a potent, toxic extract derived from plants found in South America, particularly in the Amazon rainforest. It is traditionally used by indigenous tribes as a poison for hunting or in warfare.
Woorali is obtained by boiling certain plants, including vines and tree barks, which contain alkaloids with paralyzing effects. The resulting thick or resinous substance is highly toxic and can cause muscle paralysis and death. Due to its lethal properties, woorali has been historically utilized to tip arrowheads to immobilize or kill animals or enemies.
In addition to its use in hunting and warfare, woorali has also found some limited application in medicine. The active compounds in woorali have been studied for their potential as muscle relaxants, particularly for treating spasms or convulsions. However, its toxic nature and difficulty in handling have limited its medical use mostly to research and experimental settings.
The word "woorali" itself is derived from the Carib language, spoken by the indigenous peoples of South America. It has become a common term used to refer to all kinds of curare-like poisons, even if originating from different plant sources or prepared through varying methods.
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Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for WOORALI
Etymology of WOORALI
The word "Woorali" is derived from the South American indigenous language of the Macushi people, who inhabit parts of Guyana and Brazil. In their language, it is pronounced as "warali" or "hawara" (depending on dialects). Woorali is the anglicized version of this term, which refers to a highly potent poison used traditionally by indigenous tribes for hunting purposes. The term became more widely known in the English-speaking world due to its use in Western literature and ethnographic studies.
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