whitewood
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for whitewood, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Any of several pale, light-coloured timbers, especially from the tulip tree or spruce, used in furniture and construction.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
A straightforward compound of white and wood, describing the pale colour of the timber.
Full origin of whitewood →Frequently asked questions
What does “whitewood” mean?
The word “whitewood” means any of several pale, light-coloured timbers, especially from the tulip tree or spruce, used in furniture and construction. In plain terms, a general name for pale, light-toned wood used in cheaper furniture and building work.
How do you use “whitewood” in a sentence?
Here is “whitewood” used in a sentence: “The shelves were built from cheap whitewood rather than oak.”
What part of speech is “whitewood”?
“Whitewood” is a noun.