bamboo
UK: bæmˈbuː | US: bæmˈbuː
n. a tall tropical grass with hollow stems, used for construction, furniture, or food
n. the stem of this plant, often cut and dried for practical use
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The word "bamboo" entered English in the late 16th century via Dutch bamboe and Portuguese bambu, borrowed from Malay bambu. Its ultimate origin is uncertain but may trace to Kannada (Dravidian language) bambu or a similar South Asian term, imitating the sound of bamboo cracking. Unlike Latin/Greek-derived words, "bamboo" retains its monolithic form in English as a loanword, reflecting its exotic botanical and cultural associations.
Pandas primarily feed on bamboo shoots and leaves.
The bridge was constructed using bamboo poles lashed together.
She decorated her garden with bamboo wind chimes.
Bamboo grows remarkably fast, sometimes over a meter per day.
Sustainable alternatives like bamboo fabric are gaining popularity.