What does heartwood mean?
Heartwood means The wood nearer the heart of a stem or branch, different in color from the sapwood..
Heartwood
/ˈhɑɹtˌwʊd/ · noun
Meaning
The wood nearer the heart of a stem or branch, different in color from the sapwood..
Example Sentences
A popular myth is that heartwood is stronger than sapwood.
The staves are split from the heartwood. The heartwood is composed of dead cells; it supports the tree, but no longer has any physiological purpose. The staves must follow the grain of the wood to achieve a watertight cask, so they are split rather than sawn. — L'encyclopédie du Cognac: From log to stave
Synonyms for heartwood
Antonyms for heartwood
Related Words
Word Forms
- heartwoods
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for heartwood?
Common synonyms include duramen.
What is the opposite of heartwood?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use heartwood in a sentence?
A popular myth is that heartwood is stronger than sapwood.
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