amboyna pine
Definition
- Noun:
- A species of coniferous tree: "Amboyna pine" is the common name for Agathis dammara, a large evergreen tree native to the Moluccas and Philippines islands. It is a source of dammar resin.
Usage and Examples
- Noun:
- The Amboyna pine is valued for its high-quality timber and resin.
- Dammar resin, collected from the Amboyna pine, has been used traditionally in varnishes and incense.
Advanced Usage
- The term "Amboyna pine" is primarily used in botanical, forestry, and historical trade contexts. It is not a true pine ( species) but belongs to the Araucariaceae family, which also includes the kauri pine.
Variants and Related Words
- Botanical Name:
- Common Aliases: Dammar pine, Manila copal tree.
- Dammar (n): The resin obtained from this tree, used in varnishes, lacquers, and as a burning incense.
Synonyms
- Dammar pine: A direct synonym referencing its resin.
- Agathis dammara: The precise scientific name.
Notes on Meaning
- The name "Amboyna" refers to Ambon Island in the Maluku (Moluccas) Islands of Indonesia, indicating one of the tree's native regions. The term "pine" is a descriptive common name based on its coniferous appearance, not its precise botanical classification.
Noun
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native to the Moluccas and Philippines; a source of dammar resin
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