Definition of "hardwood" []

• The wood of a dicotyledonous tree. (noun)
• A dicotyledonous tree. (noun)

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• "Figured walnut now costs a king's ransom, laminated hardwood is a practical and affordable choice for my sporterweights, and a synthetic stock is a stable choice for varmint and target rifles."
• "Floors Available in hardwood, granite and other luxe materials."
• "I would be hunting in hardwood forest with some greens and cut corn fields."