driftwood

noun

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

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Exquisitely crafted out of reclaimed driftwood, the artworks represent native creatures. Nina-Sophia Miralles, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024 Instead of traditional greenery, go with a driftwood wreath. Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Dec. 2024 Occupying an entire city block, 1 Hotel is known for its varied environments, including 425 rooms with driftwood furniture and design elements derived from nature, and the new Tala beachfront restaurant, bar and lounge and Watr at 1 Rooftop, as well as full beach-side service. Melinda Sheckells, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024 Your holiday centerpiece can be pine cones or driftwood collected from around camp. Megan Michelson, Outside Online, 17 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 26 Dec. 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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