snakewood
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- noun
- /ˈsneɪkˌwʊd/
- US
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madera de serpiente
- Many violin bows are prized when they are made from rare snakewood.
Examples
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Some antique furniture features inlays of snakewood due to its decorative grain.
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The snakewood tree is known for its unique patterns.
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The craftsman used snakewood to carve the handle of the luxury walking cane.
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Many craftsmen appreciate snakewood for its durability.
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The craftsman chose snakewood for its density and beautiful grain when making the exclusive furniture.
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Due to its strength and striking patterns, snakewood is often employed in fine woodworking and instrument crafting.
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Their workshop specializes in furniture made from snakewood, highlighting its unique characteristics and durability.
Synonyms
A tropical American tree with large shield-shaped leaves and hollow stems that grows in open disturbed areas
A tropical American tree with large leaves shaped like shields and hollow stems often used for simple instruments
A tropical American tree with large broad leaves and hollow stems often planted in gardens for decoration
A tropical tree from the Americas with large leaves and hollow stems often found in rainforests
A tropical tree with large round leaves and hollow stems that often grows in rainforests
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Snakewood is named for the tree's hard timber whose dark, spotted grain looks like 'snake skin', and wood means 'timber'. So the name explains why this patterned wood is used for fine items like violin bows and cane handles.