wagenboom en · NOUN
Etymology
Borrowed from Afrikaans wagenboom, literally "wagon tree".
Meanings
- (dated) A South African proteaceous tree (Protea nitida).
- (dated) The tough wood of this tree, formerly used for making furniture or wagon wheels.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| wagenbooms | Number=Plur | lexicographic |