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Shea

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Noun — A West African tree whose seeds produce a rich, fatty butter used in cooking and cosmetics.

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shea butter shea tree

Etymology

The tree name comes from a West African language; the Irish surname is an anglicized form of Ó Séaghdha.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Shea” mean?

The word “Shea” means a West African tree whose seeds produce a rich, fatty butter used in cooking and cosmetics. In plain terms, best known today as the source of shea butter, a moisturizing ingredient in skincare products; also a common Irish surname/first name.

How do you pronounce “Shea”?

“Shea” is pronounced shay (/ʃeɪ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Shea” in a sentence?

Here is “Shea” used in a sentence: “The lotion is made with shea butter to soothe dry skin.”

What is another word for “Shea”?

Words with a similar meaning to “Shea” include shea tree, vitellaria, B. paradoxum and Butyrospermum parkii.

What part of speech is “Shea”?

Depending on how it is used, “Shea” can be a noun and a name.

Where does the word “Shea” come from?

The word “Shea” comes from Irish. The tree name comes from a West African language; the Irish surname is an anglicized form of Ó Séaghdha.

Is “Shea” a common word?

“Shea” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “Shea” have?

“Shea” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a West African tree whose seeds produce a rich, fatty butter used in cooking and cosmetics.

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