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- [koh-pey-buh, -pahy-buh]
- /koʊˈpeɪ bə, -ˈpaɪ bə/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [koh-pey-buh, -pahy-buh]
- /koʊˈpeɪ bə, -ˈpaɪ bə/
Definitions of copaiba word
- noun copaiba a transparent yellowish viscous oleoresin obtained from certain tropical South American trees of the leguminous genus Copaifera: used in varnishes and ointments 3
- noun copaiba an aromatic resin obtained from certain South American trees (genus Copaifera) of the caesalpinia family: formerly used in medicine, now used in varnishes, etc. 3
- noun copaiba any of these trees 3
- noun copaiba an oleoresin obtained from several tropical, chiefly South American trees belonging to the genus Copaifera, of the legume family, used chiefly in varnishes and lacquers, for removing old oil varnish from or for brightening oil paintings, and formerly in medicine in the treatment of certain mucous-membrane conditions. 1
- noun copaiba Any of several South American trees of the genus Copaifera. 1
- noun copaiba An oleoresin, extracted from such trees, used in varnishes, ointments and as a perfume fixative. 0
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Origin of copaiba
First appearance:
before 1705 One of the 50% oldest English words
1705-15; < Spanish < Portuguese < Tupi cupaiba
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Parts of speech for Copaiba
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copaiba popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 68% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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