brazilwood
- noun
- /brəˈzɪlˌwʊd/
- Specialized
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madera de Brasil
- The finest violin bows are often made from brazilwood due to its excellent qualities.
Examples
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The craftsman selected a piece of brazilwood to create an ornate cabinet.
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In the 16th century, traders exported brazilwood for its valuable red dye.
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The brazilwood tree is known for its striking red color.
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Many artisans prefer brazilwood for making fine furniture.
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In the 16th century, traders exported brazilwood for its valuable red dye.
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The craftsman selected a piece of brazilwood to create an ornate cabinet.
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Many artisans prefer brazilwood for making fine furniture.
Synonyms
A tropical tree with heavy red wood that people use to make furniture and red dye
A hard red wood from a Brazilian tree that makers use for violin bows and fine furniture
Hard red wood from a tropical tree with a prickly trunk used for cabinets and dye
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Etymology
Brazilwood comes from the Portuguese word pau-brasil, and brasil comes from brasa meaning 'ember', because the wood gives a deep red dye like a glowing ember. That's why brazilwood names the dense, reddish wood once used for red dye and prized for fine work like cabinets and violin bows.