baobab
|ba-o-bab|
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/ˈbeɪ.oʊˌbæb/
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/ˈbeɪ.əʊˌbæb/
large African tree
Etymology
Etymology Information
'baobab' originates from Arabic, specifically the word 'būḥibāb', where 'būḥ' meant 'father' and 'ḥibāb' meant 'many seeds'.
Historical Evolution
'būḥibāb' transformed into the French word 'baobab', and eventually became the modern English word 'baobab'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the tree's many seeds, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of the tree itself.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a large tree native to Africa, known for its thick trunk and ability to store water.
The baobab tree is often called the 'tree of life' due to its ability to provide shelter, food, and water.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/10 01:18