What is "balsa" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "balsa": strong lightweight wood of the balsa tree used especially for floats

Noun

Pronunciation in US: /ˈbɑlsə/

Pronunciation in UK: /ˈbɔːl.sə/, /ˈbæl.sə/

Hyphenation: bal‧sa

Meaning of "balsa": forest tree of lowland Central America having a strong very light wood; used for making floats and rafts and in crafts

Noun

Pronunciation in US: /ˈbɑlsə/

Pronunciation in UK: /ˈbɔːl.sə/, /ˈbæl.sə/

Hyphenation: bal‧sa

Synonyms:

barge, boat, float, pontoon, lifeboat, life raft, lighter,