blackwood

noun

black·​wood ˈblak-ˌwu̇d How to pronounce blackwood (audio)
: any of several hardwood trees (such as Acacia melanoxylon and Dalbergia latifolia of the legume family) or their dark-colored wood

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According to the paper, 8 of the 11 rats were able to identify pangolin scales, elephant ivory, rhino horn, and African blackwood among 146 non-target substances. Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024 The target odors were pangolin scales, rhino horns, elephant tusks and African blackwood, a tree that is often used to make musical instruments. Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Oct. 2024 The triggering scents included pangolin scales, elephant ivory, rhino horn, and African blackwood, all of which are smuggled and all of which are considered in danger of extinction. Michael Franco, New Atlas, 30 Oct. 2024 The winner’s call was made of walnut, maple and African blackwood with inlayed sterling silver scrolling and filigree highlights. Colin Moore, Outdoor Life, 19 Feb. 2020 There are already plenty of strong woods in the world, like quebracho, snakewood, or African blackwood. David Grossman, Popular Mechanics, 8 Feb. 2018

Word History

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of blackwood was in 1625

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“Blackwood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blackwood. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

Biographical Definition

Blackwood

biographical name

Black·​wood ˈblak-ˌwu̇d How to pronounce Blackwood (audio)
William 1776–1834 Scottish publisher
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