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kiaat

kiaat

9.9
A large southern African tree with orange-yellow flowers and strong wood used for furniture
  • noun
  • South African
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  • The furniture was crafted from kiaat, prized for its strength and attractive grain.

Examples

  • During spring, the kiaat produces a display of bright orange-yellow flowers.

  • Many local communities value kiaat trees for both shade and high-quality timber.

  • The kiaat tree grows well in warm climates.

  • Many furniture makers prefer kiaat for its durability.

  • During spring, the kiaat produces a display of bright orange-yellow flowers.

  • Many local communities value kiaat trees for both shade and high-quality timber.

  • The furniture was crafted from kiaat, prized for its strength and attractive grain.

Synonyms

Pterocarpus angolensis
vskiaat
  • Specialized
9.9

A tree in southern Africa that loses its leaves, has orange yellow flowers, and strong wood often used for furniture

focuses on leaves and flowers while lacking any mention of red sap
bloodwood tree
vskiaat
  • South African
9.5

A South African tree with red sap, fragrant orange-yellow flowers, and strong, long-lasting wood

emphasises leaves and fragrant yellow flowers but does not note red sap

Surface Forms

kiaat singular
kiaats plural

Etymology

Kiaat came into English from southern Africa, passing through Afrikaans and local names for the tree. Like the word teak, kiaat is the name of a tree with strong, valuable wood and bright orange-yellow flowers, so the name helps you remember it as a timber tree.