Definition
coolabahs
noun
- Plural of coolabah; Australian trees of the genus Eucalyptus, typically found near water in arid regions, valued for their timber and shade.
Usage: chiefly Australian; also spelled 'coolibah'
Examples
- The coolabahs along the riverbank provided shelter for wildlife during the dry season.
- Aboriginal peoples have long used coolabahs for food and materials.
- Coolabahs are well-adapted to the harsh Australian outback environment.
- The shade of the coolabahs made them popular gathering spots for travelers.
- Many coolabahs can be found near waterholes in inland Australia.