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ri·​mu | \ ˈrē(ˌ)mü \
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Definition of rimu

1 : a tall New Zealand timber tree (Dacrydium cupressinum) with a small head, drooping terminal branches covered with tiny keeled linear leaves, and an ovoid terminal nut with a fleshy red receptacle
2 : the wood of the rimu tree used for furniture and general construction

— called also imou pine, red pine

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History and Etymology for rimu

Maori

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“Rimu.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rimu. Accessed 3 Jul. 2022.

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