iroko
/ɪˈroʊ.koʊ/
noun
- A large tropical African tree (Milicia excelsa) valued for its durable timber, or the wood from this tree.
- The dining table was made from solid iroko, known for its strength and resistance to rot.
- Iroko trees can grow over 150 feet tall in the rainforests of West Africa.
- The carpenter chose iroko for the outdoor deck because it lasts for decades without treatment.