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African mahogany

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African mahogany
n.
1.
a. Any of several African trees of the genus Khaya, having wood similar to that of the New World mahogany.
b. The wood of any of these trees, used to make furniture, cabinets, and boat interiors.
2. Any of various other similar African woods.
African mahogany
n
1. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Plants) any of several African trees of the meliaceous genus Khaya, esp K. ivorensis, that have wood similar to that of true mahogany
2. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Forestry) the wood of any of these trees, used for furniture, etc.
3. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Forestry) any of various other African woods that resemble true mahogany
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Noun1.African mahogany - African tree having hard heavy odorless wood
mahogany tree, mahogany - 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
genus Khaya, Khaya - African mahogany trees


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The Grace Building's lobby, which looks south to Bryant Park, will soon feature African mahogany wood panels and a new concierge/reception desk.
Renovations to the Grace Building flatter its distinctive form by ROSEN, PAUL J. / Real Estate Weekly
Furnished with African mahogany paneling, brass railings, alabaster lights and marble and brass drinking fountains, the theater is a far cry from the days when shows were performed in gymnasiums or makeshift theaters.
A.V. ARTS PROGRAMS REACH CENTER STAGE; THEATERS, EVENTS ENHANCE ... by Daily News (Los Angeles, CA)
Right in front of our office grows an African mahogany (Khaya senegalensis) just four years old that measures 29 inches in girth and 44 feet in height.
Little island of big trees by Alemany, Salvador / American Forests
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