1. A large tropical African tree (Chlorophora excelsa) valued for its hard, durable wood.
Usage: Also called African oak or iroko oak.; The wood is used in furniture, shipbuilding, and construction.
2. The hard, durable wood of the irokos tree, typically golden-brown in color.
Usage: Prized for its resistance to decay and insect damage.

Examples

• The carpenter selected irokos for the outdoor deck because of its natural resistance to rot.
• Irokos wood is highly valued in West African furniture making.
• The shipbuilder chose irokos planks for their durability in saltwater environments.
• Irokos trees can grow to impressive heights in tropical rainforests.
• The golden-brown color of irokos makes it popular for decorative woodwork.