balata

Examples

• All

• Many golf ball covers were once made from balata before synthetic materials became popular.

• The strong wood of the balata is often used for heavy construction work.

• Harvesters collect balata gum by tapping the trees in the rainforest.

• Many craftsmen prefer balata for their projects.

• The carpenter selected balata for the project because of its strength and rich color.

• Balata is often used to make high-quality furniture due to its durability and resistance to wear.

• The logger harvested wood from the balata tree, which is known for its heavy, red timber.

Synonyms

B

balata tree

vsbalata

• Specialized

9.9

A tropical tree from Central and South America that makes thick gum and has heavy red wood

is the same tree but identified with its scientific and commercial emphasis

M

Manilkara bidentata

vsbalata

• Specialized

9.9

A large tropical tree from the Americas that makes a sticky gum and very hard wood

is the common trade name used for the same species in timber markets

B

bully tree

vsbalata

• UK

9.9

A tropical hardwood tree that gives balata, a rubber-like gum, and heavy red-brown wood

is the specific species term rather than the broader genus label

Compounds

B

balata tree

• Specialized

9.9

A tropical tree from Central and South America that makes thick gum and has heavy red wood

G

gutta balata

• Archaic

9.9

A tough, rubbery material from tree sap used to make old golf balls

How Hard

ebony

4 5.5

oak

44 1.0

balata

• Specialized

9.9

pine

39 2.6

balsa

3 5.6

Surface Forms

Etymology