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joewood

/ˈdʒoʊ.wʊd/

Tradução: Arbusto ou pequena árvore das Índias Ocidentais, conhecida por suas folhas coriáceas e sabonosas e por sua madeira excepcionalmente dura.

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/ˈdʒoʊ.wʊd/C2formalscientific
  • ptArbusto ou pequena árvore das Índias Ocidentais, conhecida por suas folhas coriáceas e sabonosas e por sua madeira excepcionalmente dura.

A West Indian shrub or small tree known for its leathery, saponaceous leaves and exceptionally hard wood.

  1. C2formal

    A West Indian shrub or small tree with leathery, saponaceous leaves and extremely hard wood.

    ptJoewood

    • The joewood is known for its extremely hard wood, often used in traditional crafts.
    • Leaves of the joewood have a leathery texture and contain saponins.
    • This small tree is native to certain Caribbean islands.