hard·wood
ˈhärd-ˌwu̇d 
1
: the wood of an angiospermous tree as distinguished from that of a coniferous tree
2
: a tree that yields hardwood
3
: a basketball court
1
: having or made of hardwood
hardwood floors
2
: consisting of mature woody tissue
hardwood cuttings
Examples of hardwood in a Sentence
Noun
They used expensive hardwoods for the flooring.
oaks, maples, and other hardwoods
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This two-bedroom loft features new hardwood floors, exposed brick, arched windows, original beams, a fireplace, and a refreshed kitchen with granite counters and subway tiles.
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These hardwood tools are embedded with razor-sharp metal blades of different widths.
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Noun
Stylish interiors are adorned throughout with rich hardwood floors, high ceilings, and large windows framing picturesque views of Mount Tamalpais.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 20 Nov. 2024
This two-bedroom loft features new hardwood floors, exposed brick, arched windows, original beams, a fireplace, and a refreshed kitchen with granite counters and subway tiles.
—The Week Staff, theweek, 19 Nov. 2024
Adjective
It’s designed for hardwood floors and tile to mop up any spills and vacuum away debris.
—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 21 Nov. 2024
These hardwood tools are embedded with razor-sharp metal blades of different widths.
—Debra Utacia Krol, The Arizona Republic, 19 Nov. 2024
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“Hardwood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hardwood. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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hardwood
1 of 2 noun
hard·wood
ˈhär-ˌdwu̇d
1
: the wood of a tree (as an oak or maple) producing flowers and having usually broad leaves as compared to the wood of a tree bearing cones and having needlelike leaves compare softwood sense 1
2
: a tree that yields hardwood
hardwood
2 of 2 adjective1
: having or made of hardwood
2
: consisting of mature woody tissue
a hardwood cutting
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