agba
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A large tree from West Africa with hard wood used for carving and building
- noun
- UK
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agba
- The craftsmen selected a piece of agba timber to create intricate sculptures.
Examples
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The durability of agba wood makes it ideal for constructing furniture that lasts for years.
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In traditional ceremonies, the elders often gather under the shade of the large agba tree.
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Holding the eben sword used by chiefs to pay homage to the Oba, she sits on a rectangular carved wooden throne, agba, feet firmly planted on the ground in regal fashion.
Academic text (1993)
Synonyms
9.7
A large African tree with hard, long-lasting wood used for furniture and building
is used more for carving and detailed woodwork than furniture making
How Durable
Surface Forms
Etymology
Agba comes from the Yoruba word àgbà, which means 'big' or 'old'. It names a large West African tree with strong, durable wood, so thinking of a 'big' tree helps you remember why agba wood is used for carving and building.