mahogany

/mə'hɔgəni/
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mahogany

The carpenter sands a piece of mahogany for a new table.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A shade of brown with a tinge of red: "Mahogany" refers to a rich, reddish-brown color.
    • Any of various tropical timber trees of the family Meliaceae, especially the genus Swietenia: "Mahogany" is the name for several species of trees valued for their high-quality wood.
    • The wood from these trees: "Mahogany" denotes the hard, durable, and often polished wood used in fine woodworking.
Examples of Usage

  • Noun (Color):

    • The old leather armchair had a deep mahogany hue.
    • She dyed her hair a rich mahogany.

  • Noun (Tree):

    • The mahogany is native to tropical regions of the Americas.
    • Conservation efforts are crucial for protecting endangered mahogany species.

  • Noun (Wood):

    • The antique desk was crafted from solid mahogany.
    • He polished the mahogany until it shone.
Advanced Usage
  • "Mahogany" as an attributive noun: Used before another noun to describe material or color.
    • They bought a beautiful mahogany table for the dining room.
    • The room was decorated in mahogany tones.
Variants and Related Words

  • Mahogany-colored (adj): Having the color of mahogany wood.

    • He admired the mahogany-colored finish on the violin.

  • Mahogany tree (n phrase): A tree that yields mahogany wood.

    • The mahogany tree can grow to a great height.
Synonyms
  • Brown: A general term for the color family.
  • Timber tree: A tree cultivated for its wood.
  • Hardwood: Wood from broad-leaved trees, often dense and durable.
Related Phrases
  • To have one's knees under someone's mahogany (Idiom, archaic): To be a guest at someone's dining table; to dine with someone.
    • He was honored to have his knees under the lord's mahogany.
Notes on Meaning

The primary meanings of "mahogany" are interconnected: the tree produces the wood, which is known for its distinctive reddish-brown color. The term is most commonly associated with high-quality furniture and cabinetry.

mahogany

The carpenter sands a piece of mahogany for a new table.

Noun
  1. a shade of brown with a tinge of red
  2. any of various tropical timber trees of the family Meliaceae especially the genus Swietinia valued for their hard yellowish- to reddish-brown wood that is readily worked and takes a high polish
  3. wood of any of various mahogany trees; much used for cabinetwork and furniture

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