teakwood

[ teek-wood ]

noun

1. the wood of the teak.

Word History and Origins

Origin of teakwood¹

First recorded in 1775–85; teak + wood ¹

Example Sentences

Then he advanced to a divan beside a teakwood table on which stood a large copper samovar.

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Then she sat down heavily on one of the carved teakwood chairs.

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Teakwood chairs, with red embroidered backs and cushions, stood about the walls.

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He sank down on the teakwood stool he generally uses to put his colors on and his brushes.

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He motioned to a stool as he let himself fall heavily into a teakwood armchair made especially for his bulk.

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