quebracho
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A South American tree with very hard wood used to make leather and strong wooden items
- noun
- /ˈkeɪbrɑːtʃoʊ/
- Specialized
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quebracho
- In regions rich with quebracho trees, the timber is often harvested for various construction projects.
- quebracho tree
Examples
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One could walk under the branches in a natural quebracho forest, but the logged-over forests are difficult to exploit for pastoral or agricultural activities.
Academic text (2000) -
The quebracho tree is renowned for its extremely hard wood, making it ideal for durable furniture.
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Many craftsmen prefer using quebracho wood for its strength and resistance to decay.
How Hard
Surface Forms
quebracho singular
quebrachos plural
Etymology
The word quebracho comes from Spanish parts quebrar 'to break' and hacha 'axe'. The tree's wood is so hard it could even break an axe, so quebracho is remembered for very hard, durable timber.