noun
- A large Australian tree (Eucalyptus coolabah) found in inland regions, valued for its timber and shade.
Usage: Also spelled 'coolibah'; Australian English
Examples
- The coolabah tree grows along the inland waterways of Australia.
- Settlers planted coolabah trees for shelter in the outback.
- The coolabah's wood is durable and suitable for construction.
- In the poem 'Waltzing Matilda,' the coolabah tree is mentioned as a resting place.
- The coolabah can survive in dry, semi-arid climates.