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macassar

macassar

9.9
A dark tropical hardwood with bold black and brown stripes used for fine furniture
  • noun
  • /məˈkæsər/
  • Specialized
translation icon : ébano macasar
  • The artist chose macassar for the sculpture because of its striking dark and light streaks.
  • macassar ebony

Examples

  • Collectors value furniture made with macassar for its unique striped pattern.

  • The table is made of macassar wood.

  • The cabinet was crafted from rare macassar, giving it a luxurious appearance.

  • Many artisans prefer macassar for its beauty.

  • The table was crafted from macassar ebony, showcasing its striking dark and light stripes.

  • She decorated her living room with a beautiful macassar wood cabinet that highlighted the rich patterns of the grain.

  • A stunning lamp made of macassar ebony sat on the shelf, its deep tones adding elegance to the space.

Synonyms

ebony wood
vsmacassar
5.1

A very hard, almost black wood that people use for fine furniture and musical instruments

is a specific striped tropical variety used mainly for furniture and decoration

Surface Forms

macassar singular
macassars plural

Etymology

Macassar for the dark, striped wood takes its name from the port Makassar, where the timber was traded, and it is often called 'Macassar ebony'. The strong dark and light streaks make this wood popular for fine furniture and decoration, so the name now means that special striped hardwood.