cocobolo

[ koh-kuh-boh-loh ]

noun

1. the hard, durable wood of any of several tropical trees of the genus Dalbergia, of the legume family, used for making furniture.

Word History and Origins

Origin of cocobolo¹

1840–50; < Spanish < Arawak kakaboli

Example Sentences

Exports of mahogany, cedar, and cocobolo have already begun.

From Project Gutenberg

The cocobolo has a rich brown color and a glossy surface and is very rare, hence is much sought after for use in furniture making.

From Project Gutenberg