rosewood

noun

rose·wood | \ ˈrōz-ˌwu̇d

Definition of rosewood

: any of various tropical trees (especially genus Dalbergia) yielding valuable cabinet woods of a usually dark red or purplish color streaked and variegated with black also : the wood

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In 2010 the international community, concerned about deforestation, pushed the Madagascan government to close the loophole allowing rosewood exports. — The Economist, "The murky world of Madagascar’s roaring vanilla trade," 5 July 2019 Leather seats are high quality and the aluminum trim and rosewood inlays further add to the SUV’s class. — James Raia, Houston Chronicle, "Mazda CX-9: Family hauler is versatile, well-equipped, has plenty of overall appeal," 8 June 2019 Tireless Henderson Islanders squaring off Pacific rosewood, adzes made from giant clamshells, chewing out chocolate shavings from the dark heartwood. — Jonny Diamond, Longreads, "Lumbersexuality, a Sport and a Pastime," 8 June 2019 The Alix hoop pairs a classic shape with an unexpected material: rosewood. — Minna Shim, Harper's BAZAAR, "Channel French Girl Chic With This Brand," 28 Mar. 2019 The ebony fingerboard has more brightness and snap than the rosewood used on most Fender electrics. — Henry Robertson, Popular Mechanics, "Fender's 'Acoustasonic' Is a True Acoustic-Electric Hybrid Guitar," 22 Jan. 2019 Set behind gates in the Westlake Village neighborhood, the 1993 Mediterranean compound contains such standout features as Brazilian rosewood flooring, tiled fireplaces, an elevator, a playroom and a state-of-the-art home theater. — Neal J. Leitereg, The Seattle Times, "Filmmaker hopes to make a splash with sale of compound with two pools," 9 Oct. 2018 The original design was finished with Brazilian rosewood, which was the only option until the 1990s. — Maggie Burch, House Beautiful, "This Is What Makes The Eames Lounge Chair So Special," 7 Nov. 2018 My father and stepmother just purchased a lovely rosewood and black leather sofa by Hans Wagner there. — Condé Nast Traveler, "The Best Antique Stores and Flea Markets, According to the Pros," 21 Sep. 2018

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