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Definition of baobab
baobab
/ˈbeɪ.oʊ.bæb/
ba · o · bab
Plural:baobabs
baobab Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
8
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
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• noun
1
A broad-trunked tropical tree of the genus Adansonia, native to the savannas of Africa, Madagascar, and Australia, characterized by a massive, swollen trunk used for water storage and a sprawling, root-like canopy.
Example
"The ancient baobab stood like a resilient sentinel on the dry savanna, having survived centuries of drought."
2
The large, gourd-like fruit of the baobab tree, containing a dry, powdery pulp that is highly nutritious and rich in vitamin C.
Example
"Many rural communities harvest the baobab to process its tart powder into a refreshing and healthy local beverage."
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Mid 17th century: from French, likely derived from an African language, though historically linked to medieval Egyptian Arabic 'būḥibāb' meaning 'fruit with many seeds'.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Baobab. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/baobab