snapwood

/ˈsnæp.ʊd/

Definitions

1. noun

wood that is harvested when it is freshly felled and still contains a high moisture content, typically used for woodworking or construction projects.

“The carpenter preferred to work with snapwood because it was easier to shape and mold.”

Synonyms

  • freshwood
  • greenwood

Antonyms

  • drywood
  • seasonedwood