whitewood

• Substantivo que designa a madeira clara e de fácil lavor do tulipeiro (Liriodendron tulipifera), muito usada na fabricação de móveis e laminados; também se aplica, de modo genérico, a qualquer madeira clara e macia.

A noun referring to the light, easily worked wood of a tulip tree, commonly used for furniture and veneer.

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1. Lightweight wood from the tulip treeB2formal

   A pale, soft wood obtained from the tulip tree (Liriodendron tulipifera), valued for its workability and used in making furniture, veneers, and other wood products.

   Madeira de tulipeiro

   • The cabinet was crafted from whitewood, giving it a light and clean appearance.
   • Whitewood is often chosen for its ease of carving and finishing.
   • The veneer on the table is made from whitewood.

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