booyong
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A large tree from Australia known for strong wood and a wide leafy canopy
- noun
- Australian
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booyong
- The booyong is valued for its durable wood and shade in parks.
Examples
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The booyong tree can grow up to 30 meters tall.
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The booyongs along the river provide important habitat for local wildlife.
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Many native birds build their nests in the branches of the booyong.
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Look at that magnificent booyong over there!
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The booyong tree is known for its strong timber and wide canopy.
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Many native birds find shelter in the branches of the booyong tree.
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In the park, the booyong provides ample shade on sunny days.
Synonyms
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A large tree that grows in Australia and nearby islands with strong wood
emphasizes durable wood and a broad canopy rather than taxonomic classification
How Big
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word booyong comes from an Australian Aboriginal word for a native tree. English borrowed this name for the large trees with strong wood and wide branches, so booyong today means a big, durable timber tree.