Lumberyard: meaning, definitions and examples
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lumberyard
[ ˈlʌmbərˌjɑrd ]
place, storage
A lumberyard is a place where lumber is stored and sold. It is typically an open area where wood products are kept, and it may also offer various wood materials, tools, and supplies for construction and manufacturing.
Synonyms
saw mill, timber yard, wood yard.
Examples of usage
- The carpenter visited the lumberyard to pick up some supplies.
- At the lumberyard, he found the perfect wood for his project.
- The local lumberyard offers a wide variety of timber products.
Translations
Translations of the word "lumberyard" in other languages:
🇵🇹 madeireira
🇮🇳 लकड़ी का यार्ड
🇩🇪 Sägewerk
🇮🇩 gudang kayu
🇺🇦 лісозаготівельний двір
🇵🇱 tartak
🇯🇵 製材所
🇫🇷 scierie
🇪🇸 aserradero
🇹🇷 kereste deposu
🇰🇷 목재 창고
🇸🇦 ساحة الأخشاب
🇨🇿 pila
🇸🇰 pila
🇨🇳 木材场
🇸🇮 žaga
🇮🇸 sagning
🇰🇿 ағаш қоймасы
🇬🇪 ხის საწყობი
🇦🇿 taxtaqayırma
🇲🇽 aserradero
Etymology
The word 'lumberyard' traces its origins back to the combination of 'lumber,' meaning wood that has been processed for use in construction, and 'yard,' a term used to describe an enclosed area. The term 'lumber' itself comes from the Middle English word 'lumber', which means to move in a clumsy manner, likely referring to how logs and wood were handled. The establishment of lumberyards became significant during the industrial revolution when the demand for processed wood increased due to urbanization and the expansion of infrastructure. Lumberyards serve as essential hubs in timber production, where wood is harvested, stored, and distributed for various uses, from crafting furniture to constructing buildings. Over time, lumberyards have evolved, incorporating technology and expanding their inventory to include treated wood, engineered products, and various building supplies, while still remaining a key component of the construction industry.