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torchwood

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Noun — Wood from certain resin-rich trees or shrubs that burns readily and was traditionally used to make torches.

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Etymology

A straightforward compound of "torch" and "wood," describing wood suited to making torches.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “torchwood” mean?

The word “torchwood” means wood from certain resin-rich trees or shrubs that burns readily and was traditionally used to make torches. In plain terms, wood good for burning as a torch, or (less commonly) wood that glows from a fungus growing inside it.

How do you pronounce “torchwood”?

“Torchwood” is pronounced TAWCH-wuud (/ˈtɔɹt͡ʃˌwʊd/ in IPA).

How do you use “torchwood” in a sentence?

Here is “torchwood” used in a sentence: “Early settlers cut torchwood to light their way through the swamp at night.”

What part of speech is “torchwood”?

“Torchwood” is a noun.

How many meanings does “torchwood” have?

“Torchwood” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: wood from certain resin-rich trees or shrubs that burns readily and was traditionally used to make torches.

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