lumber

/ˈlʌmbər/

Definitions

1. noun

wood used for building, furniture, or other purposes; woodwork

“The carpenter hauled a large bundle of lumber onto the construction site.”

2. verb

to walk heavily, clumsily, or with a lot of difficulty

“After twisting her ankle, she lumbered to the doctor’s office for an X-ray.”

3. verb

to move slowly and clumsily; to amble

“The old elephant lumbered through the savannah, its massive body swaying from side to side.”

Synonyms

  • paneling
  • timber
  • wood

Antonyms

  • insubstantial
  • lightweight