peachwood
/ˈpitʃˌwʊd/
noun
- The wood from a peach tree, often used for carving, smoking food, or making small objects.
- The artisan carved a small bowl from peachwood, noting its fine grain.
- Peachwood is popular for smoking meats because it adds a sweet, mild flavor.
- She bought a set of peachwood kitchen utensils that were both beautiful and durable.
- A tropical tree (also called Caesalpinia echinata or Brazilwood) whose wood yields a red dye, sometimes confused with peach tree wood.
- The violin bow was made from peachwood, prized for its strength and color.
- Cabinetmakers in the 18th century used peachwood for fine inlay work.
- Historically, peachwood was imported from Brazil to make red dye for textiles.