buri

/ˈbʊri/

Definitions

1. noun

A buri is a type of Australian tree (Bursaria spinosa).

“The park is home to several buri trees.”

2. noun

A buri is a unit of measurement in Southeast Asian countries.

“The buri is used to measure land sizes in rural areas.”

3. noun

In some Southeast Asian cultures, a buri is a ceremonial or symbolic object.

“The bride placed a buri on the altar during the wedding ceremony.”

Synonyms

  • object
  • tree
  • unit

Antonyms

  • desert
  • void