moolum

/ˈmuːlʊm/

Definitions

1. noun

A term used to describe a type of Aboriginal Australian scar or mark, often found on trees, typically made by cutting or abrading the bark to leave a pattern or design.

“The moolum on the eucalyptus tree was a testament to the artistic skills of the local Indigenous people.”

Synonyms

  • mark
  • scar

Antonyms

  • enhancement
  • improvement