terebinth

/təˈrɛbɪnθ/

Definitions

1. noun

A deciduous tree of the genus Pistacia, particularly the Pistacia palaestina, with a resinous sap and small greenish-yellow flowers.

“The ancient Greeks valued the terebinth for its medicinal properties.”

2. noun

The hard, resinous wood of the terebinth tree, used for making furniture and other objects.

“The artisan carefully crafted the wooden box from terebinth wood.”

Synonyms

  • pistacia
  • tree resin

Antonyms

  • pine
  • softwood