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shittimwood

shittimwood

9.9
Wood from a tree used to make holy objects in the Bible
  • noun
  • /ˈʃɪtɪmˌwʊd/
  • Archaic
translation icon : madera de shittah
  • The Ark of the Covenant was constructed from shittimwood, covered with pure gold.

Examples

  • Ancient craftsmen sought out shittimwood for its strength and durability in sacred objects.

  • Biblical references often mention shittimwood as the material for holy artifacts.

  • The Ark of the Covenant was made from shittimwood.

  • In ancient times, shittimwood was highly valued.

  • Ancient craftsmen sought out shittimwood for its strength and durability in the construction of sacred objects.

  • Biblical references often mention shittimwood as the key material used for making holy artifacts like the Ark of the Covenant.

  • The Ark of the Covenant, a revered biblical relic, was crafted from shittimwood, showcasing its historical significance.

Surface Forms

shittimwood singular
shittimwoods plural

Morphology

shittimwood = shittim + wood (semi-transparent) = shittim + wood

Direct compound meaning 'the wood of the shittah (shittim) tree'; morphologically regular but relies on a specialised biblical tree name.

Etymology

Shittimwood comes from the Hebrew word shittah, which means 'acacia' and is the wood named in the Bible for building holy objects like the Ark of the Covenant. That's why shittimwood can mean the special, strong wood used for sacred items.