possumwood

/ˈpɒsəmˌwʊd/

Definitions

1. noun

A deciduous tree (Maackia amurensis) native to East Asia, valued for its durable wood and attractive flowers.

“The carpenter searched for suitable wood for his project and finally found some beautiful possumwood in the old forest.”

Synonyms

  • Asian magnolia tree
  • Maackia amurensis

Antonyms

  • harmful plant
  • invasive tree species