cupiuba

noun
cu·​pi·​u·​ba | \ ˌküpēˈübə\
plural cupiuba

Definition of cupiuba

: a tropical American tree (Goupia glabra) of the family Celastraceae with hard heavy reddish brown wood that is used for furniture, railroad ties, and general construction

called also kabukalli

History and Etymology for cupiuba

Portuguese cupiúba

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