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Tectona

Tectona

9.9
A small group of tropical trees, including teak, that produce strong, water-resistant wood
  • noun
  • /tɛkˈtoʊnə/
  • Specialized
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  • Many commercial teak plantations cultivate trees belonging to the genus Tectona.

Examples

  • The wood of Tectona is highly valued for its durability and resistance to water.

  • Researchers studied the growth patterns of Tectona in varying soil types to improve timber yields.

  • The Tectona tree is prized for its beautiful wood.

  • Many furniture makers prefer Tectona for its durability.

  • The furniture crafted from Tectona wood is renowned for its strength and longevity.

  • In tropical regions, Tectona trees are often planted for their high-quality lumber.

  • Environmentalists advocate for sustainable harvesting of Tectona to preserve its natural habitats.

Synonyms

genus Tectona
vsTectona
  • Specialized
9.9

A small group of tropical trees from Southeast Asia that includes the teak tree

is the shorter name and adds that the wood is notably durable

Compounds

genus Tectona
  • Specialized
9.9

A small group of tropical trees from Southeast Asia that includes the teak tree

Tectona grandis
  • Specialized
9.1

A tall tropical tree grown for hard, long-lasting wood called teak

Surface Forms

Tectona singular
Tectonas plural

Etymology

Tectona comes from an old word that meant 'carpenter', as in tektōn, or 'roof', as in tectum. That's fitting because the strong, water‑resistant wood of Tectona trees was long used for building and roofing, so the name helps you remember its use in construction.