Pinewood

/ˈpaɪnwʊd/ noun

Definition

Wood from pine trees, used for furniture, construction, and other purposes because it's strong and workable.

Etymology

Compound of pine (the tree, from Latin pinus) + wood (from Old English wudu). Pine wood has been used in construction since ancient times.

Kelly Says

Pine was the go-to wood for early ships because it's light and strong—Nelson's HMS Victory was built with pine, and it's why naval exploration depended so heavily on pine forests in the Americas and Europe.

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