naboom
/nəˈbum/
noun
- A poisonous African tree or shrub of the spurge family, with milky sap and often used as a hedge plant.
- The farmer planted a row of naboom along the fence to keep animals out.
- Hikers were warned to avoid touching the naboom because its sap can cause skin irritation.
- In some parts of Africa, naboom wood is used for making small tools and carvings.