bonduc

/ˈbɒndʌk/

Definitions

1. noun

A tree (Drypetes roxburghii) native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, having a milky sap and yellow flowers, valued for its timber and oil.

“The village elder used the oil from the bonduc tree to treat wounds on the injured villagers.”

Synonyms

  • drypetes
  • madecassol tree

Antonyms

  • harmful tree
  • noxious plant