1. wood from deciduous trees that is typically dense and durable, used in construction and furniture making
2. deciduous trees that produce hardwood, such as oak, maple, and cherry

Examples

• The cabinet was made from beautiful hardwoods like oak and walnut.
• Hardwoods are more expensive than pine but last much longer.
• The forest contained both hardwoods and evergreen trees.
• Maple and cherry are popular hardwoods for furniture.
• The flooring company specializes in installing hardwoods.
• These hardwoods take decades to mature before harvesting.