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Rosewood

/rˈoʊˌzwʊd/
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(noun) The fragrant wood of Dalbergia nigra, a Brazilian tree in the legume family, which has a sweet smell.

The wood grain in Brazilian rosewood is beautiful.
Marimbas are made from rosewood.
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The craftsman built the cabinet from polished ____, giving it a rich dark finish.

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