madrone
9.4
Wood from a tree with smooth red bark used for firewood or smoking meat
- noun
- /məˈdroʊn/
- US
:
madera de madroño
- The craftsman carved a beautiful bowl from a piece of madrone.
Examples
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The madrone burns slowly and evenly.
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The carpenter crafted a beautiful table from madrone, showcasing its rich, warm tones and unique grain.
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They stacked seasoned madrone in the shed to use for slow-burning winter fires.
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Many people prefer madrone for smoking meat because of its pleasant aroma.
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Many chefs prefer using madrone for smoking meats.
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They used madrone wood to create a fragrant smoke that enhanced the flavor of the brisket.
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For the fireplace, he chose madrone firewood because it burns hot and leaves a pleasant aroma.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Madrone for wood comes from the same tree, so the word simply means the timber of the 'madrone' tree, which is why people use it for firewood, smoking meat, and carving.
