torchwood
What is another word for torchwood? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
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.
Full origin of torchwood →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.
