lacewood

[ leys-wood ]

noun

1. the quartersawed wood of the sycamore tree.

Word History and Origins

Origin of lacewood¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; lace + wood ¹

Example Sentences

High-end trim materials include synthetic suede and leather, aluminum, lacewood and onyx glass.

From Fox News

Fourmanoir said he had the photo analyzed by a wood identification specialist, who said the plinth material was lacewood, which doesn’t grow in Tahiti.

From Los Angeles Times

They chose a lacewood body, a sitka spruce top and a rosewood fretboard, he said.

From Washington Times