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Definition of massaranduba
massaranduba
/ˌmæsəɹænˈduːbə/
mas · sa · ran · du · ba
Plural:massarandubas
massaranduba Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
13
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
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• noun
1
A very dense, heavy, and highly durable reddish-brown hardwood sourced from tropical regions of Central and South America, frequently used for decking, flooring, and exterior construction.
Example
"Because of its incredible natural resistance to rot and insects, the contractor recommended massaranduba for the outdoor deck."
2
A large, canopy-emergent tree of the genus Manilkara native to Central and South America, known for producing valuable timber, edible fruit, and a commercial latex.
Example
"The towering massaranduba can reach heights of over one hundred feet in the Amazon rainforest canopy."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from Portuguese 'maçaranduba', which originates from the Tupi language of Brazil ('masaran'duwa').
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Massaranduba. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/massaranduba