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snakewood

Pronunciation: /ˈsneɪkwʊd/
Definition of snakewood

noun

  • 1a tree or shrub which has timber from which a snakebite antidote or other medicinal extract is obtained.
    • Several species, in particular the tree Strychnos minor (or colubrina) (family Loganiaceae), of the Indian subcontinent
  • 2a tropical American tree which has timber with a snakeskin pattern, used for decorative work.
    • Brosimum rubescens, family Moraceae

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