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roble

roble

9.9
A large tropical tree with yellow, violet-scented flowers and long smooth pods
  • noun
  • /ˈroʊbəl/
  • UK
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  • The roble is often planted in large parks for its striking yellow flowers.

Examples

  • In Guyana, the roble is prized for the pleasant scent of its blossoms.

  • The roble tree is native to Trinidad.

  • Botanists were excited to discover a centuries-old roble near the riverbank.

  • Many parks feature the beautiful roble as an ornamental tree.

  • In Guyana, the roble is prized for the pleasant scent of its blossoms.

  • The roble is often planted in large parks for its striking yellow flowers.

  • Many parks feature the beautiful roble as an ornamental tree.

Synonyms

Platymiscium trinitatis
vsroble
  • Specialized
9.9

A large tropical tree from Trinidad and Guyana with long divided leaves, yellow fragrant flowers, and long smooth pods

is the common garden name used instead of the formal botanical term

Compounds

roble beech
9.9

A tall South American tree whose leaves fall and whose strong wood is used for furniture

Surface Forms

roble singular
robles plural

Etymology

Roble comes from Spanish roble meaning 'oak' and from Latin robur meaning 'hard wood' or 'strength', the same root you see in English robust. People used the name for big, impressive trees in other lands that reminded them of strong oaks, so this tropical tree became known as a roble.