Rosewood Meaning
/ˈɹoʊzˌwʊd/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe fragrant wood of Dalbergia nigra, a Brazilian tree in the legume family, which has a sweet smell.
nounAny of several dozen woods, resembling that of Dalbergia nigra in some respect.
Sentence Examples
The wood grain in Brazilian rosewood is beautiful.
Marimbas are made from rosewood.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The carpenter chose a piece of ____ for the piano because it produces a warm, rich tone.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The craftsman built the cabinet from polished ____, giving it a rich dark finish.
Word Origin & History
A compound of rose + wood, originally so named because of the rose-scented aromatic oil derived from it; applied in later senses on account of these woods’ predominantly reddish-brown colour.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The carpenter chose a piece of ____ for the piano because it produces a warm, rich tone.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The craftsman built the cabinet from polished ____, giving it a rich dark finish.