1
: a tall tropical Asian timber tree (Tectona grandis) of the mint family
2
: the hard yellowish-brown wood of teak used especially for furniture and shipbuilding
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As a result, cumaru wood, also known as Brazilian teak, has remained a valuable lumber for applications in flooring, furniture, and construction.
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JSTOR Daily, 15 Nov. 2025
The 85-footer retains the brand’s classic DNA, with a long, lean profile, and the prolific use of teak, which not only covers the cockpit but defines the interior salon and dining area on the floors, bulkheads, and ceilings.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 7 Nov. 2025
Another teak supplier is Friends Timber in India.
—Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
Evoke a Mediterranean Escape Fitzpatrick chose the teak dining table and chairs for their subtly European look.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2025
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JSTOR Daily, 15 Nov. 2025
The 85-footer retains the brand’s classic DNA, with a long, lean profile, and the prolific use of teak, which not only covers the cockpit but defines the interior salon and dining area on the floors, bulkheads, and ceilings.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 7 Nov. 2025
Another teak supplier is Friends Timber in India.
—Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
Evoke a Mediterranean Escape Fitzpatrick chose the teak dining table and chairs for their subtly European look.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for teak
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“Teak.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teak. Accessed 28 Nov. 2025.
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teak
noun1
: a tall timber tree of southeastern Asia
2
: the hard durable yellowish brown wood of a teak
called also teak*wood\ ˈtē-ˌkwu̇d \
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