Definitions:

1. A tropical American tree that produces a tough, elastic wood used for building and tools, especially archery bows and fishing rods. NOUN
   • He bought a fishing rod made of dagame.
2. A type of tropical hardwood tree, known for its durable, heavy, and dense wood, which is used in various applications, including furniture making and construction, and that produces a latex called Balata which has been used historically for various purposes including making chewing gum. NOUN
   • The carpenter recommended using dagame for the new deck because of its durability and resistance to wear.

Synonyms:

• balata
• bulletwood
• lemonwood tree