teak

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\ ˈtēk

Definition of teak

1 : a tall tropical Asian timber tree (Tectona grandis) of the vervain family

2 : the hard yellowish-brown wood of teak used especially for furniture and shipbuilding

Examples of teak in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web At just 60 inches wide, this two-cushion, teak wood sofa offers generous seating without taking up excess real estate. — Leah Koenig, Forbes, 28 May 2021 As with the inboard model, the 43wallytender X offers a modular aft deck finished in luxe teak, which can be custom configured. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 25 May 2021 Save 70% on a Heritage credit card case in vivid turquoise, dark teak or black (a $128 value, now $38.40). — oregonlive, 10 May 2021 When picking furniture, look to neutral shades and natural materials like teak and wicker. — Marisa Spyker, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2021 The bench is constructed from steel framing along with a maintenance-free synthetic wood in a natural teak finish. — Adrienne Jordan, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Apr. 2021 The young, Black, progressive state lawmaker stands out amid the marble, walnut and teak at the Florida State Capitol. — Anthony Man, sun-sentinel.com, 18 Apr. 2021 While naturally weather resistant, acacia can still be sensitive to moisture and humidity, while teak is naturally weather-resistant and resistant to fungus. — Adrienne Jordan, House Beautiful, 19 May 2021 The Alexandra offers a little more of a camping experience, with V-berths in a shared bunk space, while the Babkin’s all-teak interior features three cozy staterooms. — Anchorage Daily News, 9 May 2021

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