Coco De Macao (Noun)
Meaning
Tall feather palm of northern Brazil with hard-shelled nuts yielding valuable oil and a kind of vegetable ivory.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The coco de macao is highly valued for its durable nuts which are often used as a sustainable alternative to animal ivory.
- Native Brazilians have used the coco de macao nuts for centuries in their crafts and tool-making.
- In northern Brazil, the coco de macao is often referred to as the 'ivory palm' due to the versatility of its hard-shelled nuts.
- Conservation efforts have been made to protect the coco de macao and its natural habitats in the tropical forests of Brazil.
- Artisans have developed a variety of unique crafts and ornaments from the coco de macao nuts, making them a sought-after commodity in local markets.