1
: a tall tropical Asian timber tree (Tectona grandis) of the mint family
2
: the hard yellowish-brown wood of teak used especially for furniture and shipbuilding
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Inside, seven bedrooms and six baths are spread across 7,000 square feet of two-level living space, which boasts an elevator as well as a wealth of oak and teak paneling, high ceilings, and tall windows throughout.
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 13 June 2024
The coastal town in North Java was rich in Islamic and maritime cultures until its capture by the Dutch colonial administration, which used it as a base from which to produce and export tobacco and teak.
—Hung Duong, Artforum, 1 Nov. 2024
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Create the ultimate al fresco dining setup in your outdoor space with this concrete and teak table.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2024
Evoke a Mediterranean Escape Fitzpatrick chose the teak dining table and chairs for their subtly European look.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2024
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 13 June 2024
The coastal town in North Java was rich in Islamic and maritime cultures until its capture by the Dutch colonial administration, which used it as a base from which to produce and export tobacco and teak.
—Hung Duong, Artforum, 1 Nov. 2024
Williams Sonoma Balboa Outdoor Round Concrete Dining Table $2,995 $1,800
Williams Sonoma
Create the ultimate al fresco dining setup in your outdoor space with this concrete and teak table.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2024
Evoke a Mediterranean Escape Fitzpatrick chose the teak dining table and chairs for their subtly European look.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2024
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teak
noun1
: a tall timber tree of southeastern Asia
2
: the hard durable yellowish brown wood of a teak
called also teak*wood\ ˈtē-ˌkwu̇d \
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