V2 Vocabulary Building Dictionary
ligneous
adjective
Definition: wooden, made of wood, or similar to wood
Synonyms: woody, wooden, wood-like
Antonyms: metallic
Tips: Ligneous is a technical term for anything made of wood or having the look or texture of wood. It is less frequently heard in conversational settings than in formal, technical ones.
Usage Examples:
This petrified, ligneous formation is centuries old. (wooden)
The newly-discovered plant has a ligneous stem and vine-like branches. (woody, wood-like)
This ligneous figurine was carved by a skilled craftsman. (wooden)
Although the ligneous table appears to be solid pine, it's actually made of plywood. (wood-like, wooden)
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