guayabi
Definition of guayabi
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1 : a large South American timber tree (Patagonula americana) of the family Boraginaceae
2 : the highly valued hard tough heavy wood of the guayabi: a : a thick whitish or pale brown sapwood that is used especially for parts or articles (as tool handles and oars) subject to rough usage and recurrent strain b : a heartwood usually variegated in shades of brown or blackish purple and capable of taking a high polish that is used for fine furniture, turning, and cabinetwork
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Origin and Etymology of guayabi
American Spanish guayabí, guayaibí, from Guarani guayavi
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