silkwood

/ˈsɪlkˌwʊd/
noun
  1. A type of tree with silky, fine-grained wood, often used for furniture or carving.
    • They planted silkwood trees along the driveway.
    • Silkwood is prized for its smooth texture and rich color.
    • The cabinet was made from beautiful silkwood.
  2. The wood of the silkwood tree.
    • The artisan carved a bowl from silkwood.
    • Silkwood polishes to a high shine.
    • They chose silkwood for the dining table because it is durable.
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