coralwood

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Noun coralwood has 1 sense

coralwood, coral-wood, red sandalwood, Barbados pride, peacock flower fence, Adenanthera pavonina - East Indian tree with racemes of yellow-white flowers; cultivated as an ornamental
--₁ is a kind of tree
--₁ is a member of Adenanthera, genus Adenanthera

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Coralwood

Noun

1. A type of wood that is derived from a coral tree, typically used in woodworking and crafting due to its beautiful and unique grain patterns.

Example sentence: The artisan carved an exquisite sculpture out of coralwood, showcasing its natural beauty.

Noun

2. A small tree or shrub of the Melastomaceae family, native to tropical regions, often valued for its attractive flowers and foliage.

Example sentence: The coralwood plant in our garden bloomed with vibrant pink flowers during springtime.

Noun

3. A compact, dense, and durable hardwood obtained from a variety of trees in the Erythrina genus, commonly used for making furniture and musical instruments.

Example sentence: The acoustic guitar had a warm, rich tone due to its body construction using coralwood.

Adjective

1. Characterized by or made of coralwood.

Example sentence: The jewelry box had an elegant design, featuring intricate coralwood inlays on its lid.