1. trees with light-colored wood, especially basswood, tulip tree, or similar species
Usage: forestry; lumber industry
2. lumber or timber from trees with pale or white wood
Usage: construction; woodworking

Examples

• The carpenter preferred whitewoods for the interior trim work.
• Whitewoods are commonly used in furniture making due to their workability.
• The forest contained mostly whitewoods like basswood and tulip trees.
• Local mills process whitewoods for construction lumber.
• Whitewoods take stain well and are popular for painted finishes.
• The shipment included both whitewoods and hardwoods for the project.