Hardwood
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-002737
Wood derived from deciduous trees, which are angiosperms that lose their leaves seasonally. These woods are generally denser and more durable than softwoods, making them suitable for furniture, flooring, and construction where strength and longevity are required. Examples include oak, maple, and cherry, which exhibit distinct grain patterns and colors.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-002737 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Forestry and timber |
| Translations | German: Hartholz; Spanish: madera dura; French: bois dur |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-IND-002737",
"term": "Hardwood",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "Wood derived from deciduous trees, which are angiosperms that lose their leaves seasonally. These woods are generally denser and more durable than softwoods, making them suitable for furniture, flooring, and construction where strength and longevity are required. Examples include oak, maple, and cherry, which exhibit distinct grain patterns and colors.",
"subject": "Forestry and timber",
"translations": {
"de": "Hartholz",
"es": "madera dura",
"fr": "bois dur"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/hardwood/"
}
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