A large West African hardwood tree, Gossweilerodendron balsamiferum (family Fabaceae (Leguminosae)). Also: the pale-coloured, lightweight timber of this tree, used especially for furniture.
Origin
Early 20th century. From Edo ágbá.
Definition of agba in US English:
agba
nounˈaɡbə
A large West African hardwood tree, Gossweilerodendron balsamiferum (family Fabaceae (Leguminosae)). Also: the pale-coloured, lightweight timber of this tree, used especially for furniture.