pepperwood

/ˈpɛpərˌwʊd/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of hardwood tree or its wood, particularly that of the Zanthoxylum clavatum or Zanthoxylum americanum, valued for its aromatic qualities and used in woodworking and as a spice.

“The woodworker was searching for the perfect piece of pepperwood to make a custom guitar neck.”

Synonyms

  • aromatic wood
  • pimenta wood

Antonyms

  • pine
  • softwood