hard·wood
ˈhärd-ˌwu̇d 
1
: the wood of an angiospermous tree as distinguished from that of a coniferous tree
2
: a tree that yields hardwood
3
: a basketball court
1
: having or made of hardwood
hardwood floors
2
: consisting of mature woody tissue
hardwood cuttings
Examples of hardwood in a Sentence
Noun
They used expensive hardwoods for the flooring.
oaks, maples, and other hardwoods
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Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2025
In addition to hardwood, the store stocks laminate, luxury vinyl and carpeting.
—Liz Ohanesian, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
Many original details remain intact, from hardwood floors and clawfoot tubs to the bell system once used by household staff.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 16 Sep. 2025
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Noun
The vacuum is equipped with three suction speeds that work on all floor types, including carpet, hardwood, tile, and upholstery.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2025
In addition to hardwood, the store stocks laminate, luxury vinyl and carpeting.
—Liz Ohanesian, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
What really pushes City Limits to the front of the pack are the Saturday spareribs, which are cooked directly over hardwood coals.
—Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
Many original details remain intact, from hardwood floors and clawfoot tubs to the bell system once used by household staff.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 16 Sep. 2025
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“Hardwood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hardwood. Accessed 23 Sep. 2025.
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hardwood
1 of 2 noun
hard·wood
ˈhär-ˌdwu̇d
1
: the wood of a tree (as an oak or maple) producing flowers and having usually broad leaves as compared to the wood of a tree bearing cones and having needlelike leaves compare softwood sense 1
2
: a tree that yields hardwood
hardwood
2 of 2 adjective1
: having or made of hardwood
2
: consisting of mature woody tissue
a hardwood cutting
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