1. a type of burl wood from the Pterocarpus indicus tree, prized for its distinctive grain pattern and used in fine woodworking
Usage: woodworking

Examples

• The craftsman selected amboina wood for the jewelry box lid.
• Amboina’s swirled grain pattern makes it highly sought after by furniture makers.
• The antique table featured beautiful amboina veneer.
• High-quality amboina can be quite expensive due to its rarity.
• The woodworker carefully shaped the amboina to highlight its natural beauty.