kingwood
/ˈkɪŋˌwʊd/
noun
- A hard, dense, dark brown or purplish wood from certain tropical trees, valued for making furniture, musical instruments, and decorative items.
- The antique desk was made of kingwood, with a rich, striped grain.
- Luthiers sometimes use kingwood for the backs and sides of guitars.
- Kingwood is prized by woodworkers for its beauty and durability.