Star anise seeds contain ingredients that might have activity against bacteria, yeast, and fungi. People try star anise for treating flu because it is a good source of shikimic acid, which is used in the manufacture of oseltamivir (Tamiflu), a flu treatment.n foods and beverages, star anise is considered a culinary spice; both the seed and oil are used as flavoring. In manufacturing, the oil is used as a fragrance in soaps, cosmetics, perfumes, and toothpaste, and to mask undesirable odors in drug products.
Definition of BRACER. : an arm or wrist protector especially for use by an archer.ADVERTISEMENT. an arm or wrist protector especially for use by an archer.
Noun. 1. carabiner-an oblong metal ring with a spring clip; used in mountaineering to attach a rope to a piton or to connect two ropes. karabiner, snap ring. fastening, holdfast, fastener, fixing-restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place.oun. 1. carabiner-an oblong metal ring with a spring clip; used in mountaineering to attach a rope to a piton or to connect two ropes. karabiner, snap ring. fastening, holdfast, fastener, fixing-restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place.