noun
- A large Australian tree (Brachychiton acerifolius) with red flowers and fibrous bark, or its wood used for various purposes.
- The fibrous inner bark of the currajong tree, traditionally used by Aboriginal peoples for making rope, cord, and other materials.
Usage: Also spelled 'kurrajong' or 'currajung'; Primarily Australian English; The tree is native to eastern Australia
Usage: Historical and cultural usage
Examples
- The currajong tree is easily recognized by its bright red flowers.
- Aboriginal Australians harvested the inner bark of the currajong to make strong cordage.
- Currajong wood was traditionally used in shipbuilding and construction.
- The currajong thrives in the warm climate of eastern Australia.
- Fiber from the currajong bark was essential to traditional Aboriginal crafts.