Cedar Mahogany (Noun)
Meaning
African tree having rather lightweight cedar-scented wood varying in color from pink to reddish brown.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The cedar mahogany tree is native to tropical Africa and is prized for its beautiful wood grain.
- The woodworker carefully selected a plank of cedar mahogany for the guitar body, admiring its rich pinkish hue.
- Cedar mahogany is a popular choice for furniture making due to its attractive color and fine texture.
- The scent of cedar mahogany wafted through the air as the carpenter sanded the wood to a smooth finish.
- African craftsmen have long valued cedar mahogany for its durability and resistance to rot and insect damage.