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zebrawood tree

zebrawood tree

8.9
A tree that has wood with dark and light stripes like a zebra
  • noun
  • /ˈziːbrəˌwʊd triː/
translation icon : árbol de madera de cebra
  • The zebrawood tree is prized for its bold, striped wood pattern.

Examples

  • Some guitar manufacturers use wood from the zebrawood tree for decorative inlays.

  • The zebrawood tree is known for its unique striped appearance.

  • High-quality furniture is sometimes made from zebrawood tree due to its distinctive appearance.

  • Have you ever seen a zebrawood tree in person?

  • The zebrawood tree is highly valued for its striking light and dark striped wood grain.

  • Craftsmen often prefer the zebrawood tree for creating elegant and stylish furniture.

  • Because of its unique appearance, the zebrawood tree is frequently used in interior design.

Synonyms

marblewood
vszebrawood tree
  • Indian
9.9

A large Asian tree with hard wood that has dark stripes

is a general name for several trees with dark and light striped wood
Diospyros kurzii
vszebrawood tree
  • Specialized
9.9

A large Asian tree that has very hard, striped wood used for furniture

is the broader group term covering multiple species with striped wood

Surface Forms

zebrawood tree singular
zebrawood trees plural

Morphology

zebrawood + tree

This is a straightforward noun–noun compound where the meaning is directly derivable from the constituents: a tree whose wood is zebrawood or whose wood has zebra-like stripes. The composition follows normal English compounding patterns and would be clear to a B1 learner who knows the words 'zebrawood' and 'tree'.

Etymology

Zebrawood tree is named for its wood, which has dark and light stripes like a zebra and so the wood looks 'striped'. That's why the name refers to trees whose timber is prized for bold, decorative work.