'Astrocaryum vulgare' definitions:

Definition of 'Astrocaryum vulgare'

From: GCIDE
  • Tucum \Tu"cum\, n. [So called by the Indians of Brazil.] A fine, strong fiber obtained from the young leaves of a Brazilian palm (Astrocaryum vulgare), used for cordage, bowstrings, etc.; also, the plant yielding this fiber. Called also tecum, and tecum fiber. [1913 Webster]