kava

noun

1. (countable, uncountable)A plant from the South Pacific, Piper methysticum.
2. (countable, uncountable)An intoxicating beverage made from the kava plant.

   “The roots produce a liqueur called kava. Kava has a mild aphrodisiac effect.”

   “The Nationals MP suffered the consequences of drinking an entire shell of sakau – a traditional Micronesian kava with sedative qualities made from the root of the pepper plant – in one hit, thinking it was similar to South Pacific kava. […] While not alcoholic, sakau – like other kavas served throughout the Pacific region – is known for its narcotic sedative effect.”

name

1. A surname.