calambour

English

Etymology

See calambac.

Noun

calambour

  1. A species of agalloch (unknown which species) found in the Philippines.

Usage notes

According to Webster's Dictionary (1913), it is of a dusky or mottled colour, of a light, friable texture, and less fragrant than calambac; used by cabinetmakers..[1]

References

  1. ^ “calambour”, in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: G. & C. Merriam, 1913, →OCLC.

French

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ka.lɑ̃.buʁ/
  • Audio:(file)
  • Homophone: calembour

Noun

calambour m (plural calambours)

  1. alternative form of calambac

Further reading

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