elkwood

/ɛlk wʊd/
noun
  1. Alternative spelling of elk-wood; the wood of the magnolia tree, used for carving and small woodworking projects.
    • Elkwood is often used to make decorative boxes and picture frames.
    • The cabinetmaker preferred elkwood for its smooth texture.
    • They harvested elkwood from the forest to build furniture.
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