lauan

Examples

• All

• The carpenter chose lauan for the new cabinet.

• Many rainforests in Southeast Asia are home to the valuable lauan tree.

• Builders often use lauan plywood for its strength and smooth finish.

• Many furniture makers prefer lauan for its durability.

• Many builders prefer lauan for its lightweight properties and ease of handling.

• The carpenter chose lauan for the cabinetry because of its resistance to warping.

• Lauan is often used in furniture making due to its durability and attractive grain.

Synonyms

S

Shorea

vslauan

• Specialized

9.9

A group of large tropical trees from Indonesia and Malaysia that provide strong wood and resin

is a broader tropical hardwood term covering several related trees

R

red lauan

vslauan

• Philippine

9.9

A large Philippine tree with hard reddish wood used for furniture and building

is a general Southeast Asian hardwood category rather than one species

R

red lauan tree

vslauan

• Philippine

9.8

A large tree from the Philippines with red wood used for building and furniture

is the broader regional hardwood label, not only that local timber

S

Shorea teysmanniana

vslauan

• Specialized

9.9

A large tree from the Philippines with strong wood used for building

is the general hardwood term covering many species including this one

Compounds

R

red lauan tree

• Philippine

9.8

A large tree from the Philippines with red wood used for building and furniture

R

red lauan

• Philippine

9.9

A large Philippine tree with hard reddish wood used for furniture and building

Surface Forms

Etymology