noun
- A large Hawaiian tree with hard, reddish-brown wood, used for furniture and canoes.
Usage: Hawaiian origin; often capitalized when referring to the tree species (Acacia koa)
Examples
- The koa tree is native to the Hawaiian Islands.
- Traditional Hawaiian canoes were carved from koa wood.
- Koa furniture is prized for its beautiful grain and durability.
- The koa tree can grow to be quite large in Hawaii's forests.
- Artisans use koa wood to create fine bowls and decorative items.