In the mythology of the Quechua people of Peru, Amarum is a spirit in the shape of a water boa. ...
One of a class of vegetable drugs of bitter taste, such as gentian and quassia, used as appetisers and tonics. ... Origin: neut. Of L. Amarus, bitter ... (05 Mar 2000) ... 
Type: Term Pronunciation: ă-mah′rŭm Definitions: 1. One of a class of vegetable drugs of bitter taste, such as gentian and quassia, used as appetizers and tonics.