Hardwood: meaning, definitions and examples

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hardwood

 

[ หˆhษ‘หrdหŒwสŠd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

wood type

Hardwood refers to wood that comes from deciduous trees, which are trees that lose their leaves annually. It is generally denser and more durable than softwood, making it ideal for furniture, flooring, and cabinetry. Hardwoods are often prized for their intricate grain patterns and rich colors.

Synonyms

lumber, timber, wood

Examples of usage

  • The table is made of sturdy hardwood.
  • She prefers hardwood floors over carpets.
  • He works with various types of hardwood in his carpentry.
  • The chair's hardwood frame provides excellent stability.

Translations

Translations of the word "hardwood" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น madeira dura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เค เฅ‹เคฐ เคฒเค•เคกเคผเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hartholz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kayu keras

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะฒะตั€ะดะฐ ะดะตั€ะตะฒะธะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ drewno twarde

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็กฌๆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bois dur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ madera dura

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sert aฤŸaรง

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‹จ๋‹จํ•œ ๋‚˜๋ฌด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎุดุจ ุตู„ุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tvrdรฉ dล™evo

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tvrdรฉ drevo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็กฌๆœจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ trda les

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ harรฐviรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั‚ั‚ั‹ ะฐา“ะฐัˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒงแƒแƒ แƒ˜ แƒฎแƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sษ™rt taxta

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ madera dura

Word origin

The term 'hardwood' originates from the need to differentiate between the wood sourced from deciduous trees and that from coniferous trees, known as 'softwood'. The use of the word can be traced back to the 19th century, when it became important for woodworkers and manufacturers to specify the type of wood they were using due to varying properties and applications. The classification serves to highlight the hardness and durability of certain woods, particularly in relation to furniture-making and construction. The distinction is not solely based on the hardness of the wood; some hardwoods can be softer than softwoods. However, most hardwoods are known for their denser structure, which often translates into greater durability and strength. Today, hardwood species such as oak, maple, and cherry are highly valued for their aesthetic appeal and robustness, further cementing the term's relevance in woodworking and construction.