brazilwood (Meaning)
brazilwood (n)
heavy wood of various brazilwood trees; used for violin bows and as dyewoods
tropical tree with prickly trunk; its heavy red wood yields a red dye and is used for cabinetry
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brazilwood Sentence Examples
- Brazilwood, also known as Pernambuco wood, was historically prized for its vibrant red dye.
- The brazilwood tree, native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil, was heavily exploited during the colonial period.
- The rich red pigment derived from brazilwood was highly sought after in textile production.
- Brazilwood played a significant role in the early economy of Brazil and Portuguese colonial trade.
- The export of brazilwood to Europe contributed to the wealth of colonial powers in the Americas.
- Due to overharvesting, brazilwood populations declined dramatically by the 18th century.
- Brazilwood's importance in dyeing fabrics declined with the introduction of synthetic dyes.
- In addition to its use in textiles, brazilwood was also valued for its fine-grained wood used in making musical instruments.
- Today, efforts are underway to conserve and sustainably manage remaining brazilwood populations.
- The cultural and historical significance of brazilwood is celebrated in Brazil and beyond.
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heavy wood of various brazilwood trees; used for violin bows and as dyewoods, tropical tree with prickly trunk; its heavy red wood yields a red dye and is used
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Brazilwood, also known as Pernambuco wood, was historically prized for its vibrant red dye.
The brazilwood tree, native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil, was heavily exploited during the colonial period.
The rich red pigment derived from brazilwood was highly sought after in textile production.
Brazilwood played a significant role in the early economy of Brazil and Portuguese colonial trade.
