Rata

(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 2:28:37

Ra"ta (?), n. [Maori.] Bot.

A New Zealand forest tree (Metrosideros robusta), also, its hard dark red wood, used by the Maoris for paddles and war clubs.

 

© Webster 1913.

del.icio.us Furl Facebook Digg StumbleUpon Reddit
Y'know, if you log in, you can write something here, or contact authors directly on the site. Create a New User if you don't already have an account.