pernambuco

IPA: pɝnæmbjˈukoʊ

Root Word: Pernambuco

A state of the Northeast Region, Brazil. Capital: Recife
The hard, reddish wood of a tree of the tribe Caesalpinieae, often used as dyewood; especially Paubrasilia echinata, used to make violin bows.
The wood of Paubrasilia echinata.

Examples of "pernambuco" in Sentences

The violinist's bow was made of pernambuco wood, renowned for its rich tone and durability
Pernambuco trees are native to Brazil and are protected due to their slow growth and high demand for use in making bows
The artisan carefully selected a piece of pernambuco wood with a straight grain for crafting a new bow
Pernambuco bows are highly prized by professional musicians for their superior playability and responsiveness
The violinist cherished her pernambuco bow as a valuable tool for expressing her musical artistry