gommier

/ɡɔmje/ (goh-mee-ay)

Definitions

1. noun

a type of tropical tree native to Central America and the Caribbean, typically having a straight trunk and a spreading canopy

“The gommier tree is a common sight in the jungles of Costa Rica.”

2. noun

a variety of mahogany tree, known for its dense, hard wood

“The carpenter preferred to work with gommier wood for its exceptional durability.”

Synonyms

  • mahogany
  • tropical tree

Antonyms

  • alpine tree
  • desert tree