noun
- A large Australian eucalyptus tree (Eucalyptus diversicolor) valued for its hard, durable timber.
Usage: Also called karri; primarily Australian English; The timber is used in construction and shipbuilding
Examples
- The karris tree grows tall in the forests of Western Australia.
- Karris timber is prized for its strength and resistance to decay.
- The old bridge was constructed from karris wood over a century ago.