babassu

UK
/bæˈbæs.uː/
US
/bæˈbæs.u/

Translations

babassunoun
babassus
pl
UK
/bæˈbæs.uː/
US
/bæˈbæs.u/
The babassu is a type of palm tree native to Brazil.
Бабассу - это вид пальмы, родом из Бразилии.
Synonyms
babassu palm
Attalea speciosa
Orbignya phalerata
Orbignya oleifera
Brazilian oil palm
babassuadjective
UK
/ˌbæbəˈsuː/
US
/ˌbæbəˈsu/
Used attributively to modify another noun, e.g., “babassu oil”.

Definitions

babassunoun
A type of palm tree native to Brazil, known for its hard-shelled nuts that yield oil used in cooking and cosmetics.
The babassu is an important economic resource for many communities in Brazil.
The oil extracted from the nuts of the babassu palm, used in food products, soaps, and skin care items.
Babassu oil is often used as a substitute for coconut oil in various recipes.
babassuadjective
Relating to or derived from the babassu palm or its products, especially its oil.
Babassu butter is prized for its light, non-greasy texture.