Carnaubas

/kɑɹˈnaʊbəz/ noun

Definition

Plural of carnauba; multiple sources, examples, or types of carnauba wax or carnauba palm trees.

Etymology

Plural form of carnauba (from Portuguese carnaúba), following standard English pluralization with -s.

Kelly Says

Different carnauba sources and grades matter to manufacturers—Brazilian carnaubas are typically considered the best, which is why premium car waxes specify which region their wax comes from.

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