1. a tropical hardwood tree with purple-colored heartwood, native to Central and South America
2. the dense, durable wood from this tree, valued for construction and furniture making

Examples

• The purpleheart tree can grow up to 150 feet tall in the rainforest.
• Craftsmen prize purpleheart wood for its beautiful purple color and strength.
• The deck was built using purpleheart lumber for its weather resistance.
• When freshly cut, purpleheart wood displays a vibrant purple hue.
• The furniture maker selected purpleheart for the dining table’s durability.
• Purpleheart is often used in marine applications due to its water resistance.