araroba

[ ar-uh-roh-buh ]

noun

1. the wood of a Brazilian, leguminous tree, Andira araroba, from which Goa powder is derived.
2. Pharmacology. Goa powder.

araroba

/ ˌærəˈrəʊbə /

noun

1. a Brazilian leguminous tree, Andira araroba
2. See chrysarobin
   Also calledGoa powder a bitter yellow powder obtained from cavities in the wood of this tree, formerly used in medicine to treat skin ailments See also chrysarobin

Word History and Origins

Origin of araroba¹

< Portuguese < Tupi, perhaps variant of araribá

Word History and Origins

Origin of araroba¹

from Portuguese, probably from Tupi, from arara parrot + yba tree

Example Sentences

The tree which yields it is the Andira Araroba of the natural order Leguminosae.

From Project Gutenberg

The Goa powder or araroba is contained in the trunk, filling crevices in the heartwood.

From Project Gutenberg