timber
Pronunciation:
/ˈtɪmbə//ˈtɪmbɚ/noun
Definitions
Trees in a forest regarded as a source of wood.
(outside North America) Wood that has been pre-cut and is ready for use in construction.
A heavy wooden beam, generally a whole log that has been squared off and used to provide heavy support for something such as a roof.
Example: the timbers of a ship
Material for any structure.
verb
Definitions
To fit with timbers.
Example: timbering a roof
To construct, frame, build.
To light or land on a tree.
To make a nest.
interjection
Definitions
Used by loggers to warn others that a tree being felled is falling.