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kauri

Syllabification: (kau·ri)
Pronunciation: /ˈkourē/
Definition of kauri

noun (plural kauris)

(also kauri pine)
  • a tall coniferous forest tree that has broad leathery leaves and produces valuable timber and dammar resin. It grows in warm countries from Malaysia to New Zealand.
    • Genus Agathis, family Araucariaceae: several species, in particular A. australis of New Zealand

Origin:

early 19th century: from Maori

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