pholadian

/fəˈlædiən/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of deciduous tree, particularly the pholad tree (Barbigia pholadiana) native to Australia, known for its hard, dense wood.

“The carpenter used pholadian wood to build a beautiful wooden table.”

Synonyms

  • deciduous tree
  • hardwood

Antonyms

  • evergreen tree
  • softwood