jatoba

/dʒəˈtoʊbə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of tropical tree native to South America, especially the species Hymenaea courbaril, having a hard, dark wood valued for furniture and flooring.

“The artisan used jatoba wood to create the intricate designs on the furniture piece.”

Synonyms

  • Brazilian rosewood
  • Courbaril

Antonyms

  • pine
  • softwood