The word “cutch” refers to a type of tannin extracted from the bark of certain trees, particularly from the cutch tree (Acacia catechu). It is used in various traditional processes, including dyeing and tanning leather. Additionally, “cutch” can also refer to the dark brown color that results from using this substance. The term may have different meanings in specific regional contexts, but it primarily relates to the extraction and use of tannins.
