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jarrah

/ˈdʒæɹə/

Meanings
  • A type of hardwood tree native to Western Australia. The tree is valued for its straight, dense timber, which is highly resistant to decay and termite attack.

    - "The jarrah tree is a majestic sight in the Western Australian forest."
    - "The jarrah wood is highly prized for its durability and beauty, making it a popular choice for furniture and flooring."

Synonyms

mahogany gum-tree
Rhymes
Words rhyming with jarrah
jarrah , carrah , marrah , tarrah
Homophones
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  1. jarrah

  2. jarrha

  3. jarra

  4. jarrah


Variants
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jarrah , jarrahs
Forms
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jarrah, jarrah tree, jarrah wood, jarrah timber


Etymology
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The word 'jarrah' is believed to have originated from the Noongar Aboriginal language spoken by the indigenous people of Western Australia. The exact meaning and origin of the word 'jarrah' in the Noongar Aboriginal language are not definitively known, and various theories exist based on limited evidence.


Related Concepts
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  1. Noongar Aboriginal People: The traditional owners of the land in Western Australia. They have a deep connection to the jarrah tree and believe it to have spiritual and medicinal properties.

  2. Hardwood Timber: A type of timber that is derived from the hardwood trees. Jarrah timber is a popular choice for furniture and flooring due to its durability and beauty.

  3. Western Australian Forest: A forested region located in Western Australia. The jarrah tree is native to this region and is valued for its straight, dense timber, which is highly resistant to decay and termite attack.


Culture
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The jarrah tree holds significant cultural and historical importance in Western Australia. The Noongar Aboriginal people, the traditional owners of the land, have a deep connection to the jarrah tree. The jarrah tree is believed to have spiritual and medicinal properties, and the bark, leaves, and roots of the jarrah tree have been used by the Noongar Aboriginal people for various traditional practices and remedies.

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