bird's-eye maple

noun

: wood of the sugar maple having a wavy grain that causes markings resembling eyes

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In terms of amenities, the cabin has heated and power-adjustable front seats upholstered in beige leather, while bird's-eye maple wood trim accents the dashboard and door panels. Jack Fitzgerald, Car and Driver, 21 Jan. 2023

Word History

First Known Use

1793, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bird's-eye maple was in 1793

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“Bird's-eye maple.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bird%27s-eye%20maple. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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