ebonize

[ eb-uh-nahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, eb·on·ized, eb·on·iz·ing.

1. to stain or finish black in imitation of ebony.

ebonize

/ ˈɛbəˌnaɪz /

verb

1. tr to stain or otherwise finish in imitation of ebony

Word History and Origins

Origin of ebonize¹

First recorded in 1875–80; ebon(y) + -ize

Example Sentences

Each piece in the collection has repetitive organic forms as part of its design and comes in white gesso, natural Douglas fir and ebonized Douglas fir.

From Los Angeles Times

Crafted to resemble jet engines, each of these sleek, locally made pendant lamps is made from eco-conscious materials such as teak and ebonized ash veneer.

From Seattle Times

Dramatic in its simplicity, this gorgeous serving bowl is handmade in Los Angeles from ebonized North American oak with a contrasting solid brass inlay.

From Seattle Times

A pair of ebonized 1920s night stands with protruding lower levels add some ballast to the room.

From Wall Street Journal

A patchwork of labels on the back of the newly discovered daguerreotype, which is in a simple ebonized wood frame, attests to that personal connection.

From New York Times

Related Words

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