1. a hard yellowish wood with a smooth lustrous finish, obtained from certain tropical trees
2. any of several tropical trees that yield satinwood, especially those of the genus Chloroxylon

Examples

• The antique cabinet was crafted from beautiful satinwood.
• Satinwood furniture was highly prized in the 18th century.
• The craftsman polished the satinwood to bring out its natural luster.
• This satinwood comes from trees native to India and Sri Lanka.
• The violin's back was made of figured satinwood.
• Satinwood is valued for its fine grain and golden color.