driftwood

noun

drift·​wood ˈdrift-ˌwu̇d How to pronounce driftwood (audio)
1
: wood drifted or floated by water
2

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Your holiday centerpiece can be pine cones or driftwood collected from around camp. Megan Michelson, Outside Online, 17 Nov. 2024 Seen here in driftwood, the shoe is available in a variety of neutrals and some bold colors, including a purple, red, and bright blue. Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 9 Oct. 2024 The next morning Gabe goes to the driftwood and starts slamming it, probably waking up the whole tribe in the process. Brian Moylan, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2024 Waves can also carry driftwood, logs or other debris, which also can be dangerous. Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for driftwood 

Word History

First Known Use

1633, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of driftwood was in 1633

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“Driftwood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/driftwood. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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driftwood

noun
drift·​wood ˈdrift-ˌwu̇d How to pronounce driftwood (audio)
: wood drifted or floated by water

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