n. 1. A tree (Tabebuia donnell-smithii) of Mexico and Central America, having opposite, palmately compound leaves, yellow flowers, and close-grained, light-colored wood. 2. The wood of this tree, used in cabinetry. Also called white mahogany. [Spanish, spring, primavera, from Late Latin prīma vēra, early spring, pl. of prīmum vēr : Latin prīmus, first; see per1 in the Appendix of Indo-European roots + Latin vēr, spring; see wes in the Appendix of Indo-European roots.] |
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adj. Garnished or served with assorted fresh vegetables: pasta primavera; shrimp in a primavera sauce. [From Italian (alla) primavera, (in the) spring (style), from Late Latin prīma vēra; see PRIMAVERA1.] |
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