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crotchwood

American

[kroch-wood] / ˈkrɒtʃˌwʊd /

noun

wood from a tree crotch, characterized by a swirling, irregular figure and used for furniture and veneers.

Etymology

Origin of crotchwood

crotch + wood ¹

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