coachwood

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

coach +‎ wood

Noun[edit]

coachwood (countable and uncountable, plural coachwoods)

  1. An Australian rainforest tree, Ceratopetalum apetalum, with a straight trunk and a caramel-like fragrance, and greatly prized as a hardwood for its attractive grain.