kiaat

noun

ki·​aat

kēˈät

plural -s

: a tree (Pterocarpus angolensis) of southern Africa having heavy strong durable wood that is used for furniture, joinery, and flooring

Word History

Etymology

Afrikaans, probably from native name in southern Africa

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