tucum
Meanings
noun
- A fine, strong fibre obtained from the young leaves of a Brazilian palm (Astrocaryum vulgare), used for cordage, bowstrings, etc.
- The plant that yields this fibre.
Word forms
Etymology
From Brazilian Portuguese tucum, from Old Tupi.
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