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kauri

/ˈkaʊ.ri/

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noun

C1formalcommon/ˈkaʊ.ri/

A noun referring to a tall timber tree of New Zealand (Agathis australis) with white straight-grained wood, or the resin obtained from it, often found as a fossil and used for varnishes and linoleum.

  • 🇷🇺Существительное, обозначающее высокое хвойное дерево Новой Зеландии (Agathis australis) с белой прямослойной древесиной, или смолу, получаемую из него, часто встречающуюся в виде окаменелостей и используемую для лаков и линолеума.
  1. Kauri tree B2 formal

    A tall coniferous tree native to New Zealand, known for its straight-grained white timber and large size.

    • The kauri tree can live for over a thousand years.
    • Kauri forests are a major tourist attraction in New Zealand.
    • The wood from the kauri tree is highly valued for furniture.

    🇷🇺Каури

    Synonyms: kauri pine

  2. Kauri resin C1 formal

    A fossilized resin obtained from kauri trees, used historically in varnishes and linoleum production.

    • Kauri resin was once a major export from New Zealand.
    • The varnish made from kauri resin gives a beautiful finish.
    • Collectors search for ancient kauri resin in the swamps.

    🇷🇺Смола каури

    Synonyms: kauri gum

  3. Kauri wood B2 formal

    The white, close-grained wood of the kauri tree, prized for its durability and workability.

    • Kauri wood is used for making high-quality boats and furniture.
    • The floorboards were crafted from ancient kauri wood.
    • Kauri wood is resistant to rot and decay.

    🇷🇺Древесина каури

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