Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for MA-HOG'AN-Y
MAG'UEYMA-HOM'ET-AN, or MO-HAM'MED-AN
MA-HOG'AN-Y, n.
A tree of the genus Swietenia, growing in the tropical climates of America. The wood is of a reddish or brown color, very hard, and susceptible of a fine polish. Of this are made our most beautiful and durable pieces of cabinet furniture.
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