umbu–rana
noun
\ˌümbəˈränə\
Definition of umbu–rana
-s
: a South American timber tree (Torresia cearensis) of the family Leguminosae that yields a yellow wood used for furniture —called also roble
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Origin and Etymology of umbu–rana
Tupi, from umbu umbra tree + rana false
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